3 Carbamoymethyl 5 Methylhexanoic Acid (CMH)

3 Carbamoymethyl 5 Methylhexanoic Acid (CMH) About

3Carbamoylmethyl5Methylhexanoic Acid CMH

Chemical Overview

Molecular Formula CHNO

Molecular Weight 20126 gmol

Functional Groups

Carboxyl COOH

Amide CONH

Alkyl side chains

Structure and Properties

CMH contains a carbamoylmethyl CHCONH group attached to a 5methylhexanoic acid backbone It is structurally related to pregabalin a drug used for neurological conditions

Applications and Importance

1 Pharmaceutical Relevance

CMH is an intermediate in the synthesis of Pregabalin Lyrica an antiepileptic and neuropathic pain medication

May serve as a key building block for GABA analogs

2 Chemical and Biological Significance

Its structural similarity to neuroactive compounds suggests potential applications in drug development

Could be studied for effects on neurotransmitter modulation

Synthesis and Precursors

Derived from modifications of branchedchain fatty acids

Typically involves amide formation and carboxylation reactions

Toxicity and Safety

Likely low acute toxicity but safety data is limited

Should be handled with proper protective equipment in a lab setting

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