Methimazole

 
Chemical Formula: C₄H₆N₂S

Molecular Weight: 114.17

CAS Number: 60-56-0

Description: Methimazole USP, White to slightly cream or pale buff crystalline powder, ≥ 98.0% (HPLC)

Methimazole is a thioureaantithyroid agent that prevents iodine organification, thus inhibiting the synthesis of thyroxine. Methimazole is an antithyroid medication used in the therapy of hyperthyroidism and Graves disease.