Gitogenin, also known as gitoxigenin, is a naturally occurring steroidal saponin found in various plants, particularly in the foxglove (Digitalis) family. It is a key precursor in the synthesis of cardiac glycosides, which are potent drugs used to treat heart conditions such as congestive heart failure and arrhythmias. Gitogenin has a unique chemical structure consisting of a steroid nucleus with a lactone ring and a sugar moiety attached, which contributes to its pharmacological properties. Due to its potential toxicity and the complexity of its synthesis, gitogenin is primarily used as an intermediate in the production of more stable and effective cardiac glycosides, rather than being used directly as a therapeutic agent.
The CAS Registry Mumber 469-96-5 includes 6 digits separated into 3 groups by hyphens. The first part of the number,starting from the left, has 3 digits, 4,6 and 9 respectively; the second part has 2 digits, 9 and 6 respectively. Calculate Digit Verification of CAS Registry Number 469-96: (5*4)+(4*6)+(3*9)+(2*9)+(1*6)=95 95 % 10 = 5 So 469-96-5 is a valid CAS Registry Number.