Methylprednisolone acetate

 
Chemical Formula: C₂₄H₃₂O₆

Molecular Weight: 416.51

CAS Number: 53-36-1

Description: Methylprednisolone acetate, Off white solid, ≥97.0% (on dry basis HPLC)

Methylprednisolone acetate is an acetate ester resulting from the formal condensation of the 21-hydroxy function of 6alpha-methylprednisolone compound with acetic acid. It has a role as an anti-inflammatory and the immune suppression drug. It is given by mouth, by injection into a vein or muscle, or applied to the skin.