| Description | Fosphenytoin is a phosphate prodrug that can be used as an alternative to intravenous phenytoin for the acute intervention of seizures.Fosphenytoin is hydrolyzed to anticonvulsant phenytoin when administered parenterally.Fosphenytoin can be used in a variety of delivery modes such as intravenous and intraperitoneal.Fosphenytoin can be used in a variety of delivery modes such as intravenous and intraperitoneal. |
| molecular weight | 362.27 |
| Molecular formula | C16H15N2O6P |
| CAS | 93390-81-9 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 55 mg/mL (151.82 mM) |
| References | 1. Fischer JH, et al. Fosphenytoin: clinical pharmacokinetics and comparative advantages in the acute treatment of seizures. Clin Pharmacokinet. 2003;42(1):33-58. |