| Description | Menbutone (Genabilin) is a derivative of oxobutyric acid, and is a choleretic. Menbutone shows a rapid onset of action, reaching its maximum plasma level within 1 hour and lasting for roughly 10 hours. |
| Synonyms | 孟布酮, Naftobil, Genabilic acid, Genabilin |
| molecular weight | 258.27 |
| Molecular formula | C15H14O4 |
| CAS | 3562-99-0 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice. |
| Solubility | DMSO: 50 mg/mL (193.6 mM) |
| References | 1. Lund J, Lassen JB. Acta Pharmacol Toxicol (Copenh). 1969; 27(6):429-38. |