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Riboflavin
Synonyms:
7,8-dimethyl-10 (1'-D-ribityl)
isoalloxazine, B-complex vitamin, Dolo-Neurotrat, flavin, flavine,
lactoflavin, riboflavine, vitamin B2, vitamin G.
CAS#: 83-88-5
Molecular Structure:
Molecular
Formula: C17H20N4O6
Molecular
Weight: 376.37
Quality
Standard: CP2000
Riboflavin
contains not less than 98.0 percent and not more than 102.0 percent of C17H20N4O6,
calculated on the dried basis.
Characteristic: Tan needle crystal powder, has a low solubility.
Usage And
Functions:
Riboflavin is beneficial in
patients with riboflavin deficiency (ariboflavinosis). Ariboflavinosis
may cause weakness, throat swelling/soreness, glossitis (tongue
swelling) angular stomatitis/cheilosis (skin cracking or sores at the
corners of the mouth), dermatitis (skin irritation), or
anemia.Particular groups may be particularly susceptible to riboflavin
deficiency, including the elderly, those with chronic illnesses, the
poor, and those with alcohol dependency. |
