Description
Methylphenidate (a.k.a., Ritalin) is a schedule II drug in the United States commonly used as a psychostimulant for the treatment of attention-
deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Upon ingestion, methylphenidate is predominantly stereoselectively deesterified to the inactive metabolite ritalinic acid. (±)-
threo-Ethylphenidate (hydrochloride) (Item No. 13896) is an analytical reference standard categorized as a phenethylamine. This product is intended for research and forensic applications.
Uses
The threo isomer of Ethylphenidate, a metabolite of Methylphenidate (M325680). threo-Ethylphenidate is formed by metabolic transesterification of Methylphenidate and ethanol.
General Description
Ethylphenidate is a stimulant and structural analogue of methylphenidate (Ritalin). It is also a metabolite of methylphenidate with formation reportedly more common when large quantities of methylphenidate and alcohol are consumed together. This certified Snap-N-Spike
? solution standard is applicable for use in LC/MS or GC/MS applications such as urine drug testing, clinical toxicology and forensic analysis.
