Molecular Model Of Oxycontin
by Scimat
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Molecular Model Of Oxycontin
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Scimat
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Molecular model of oxycontin. It's molecular formula is C18 H21 NO4, and the molecular mass is 315.364 g/mol. Also called oxycodone, Oxycontin is an opioid analgesic medication synthesized from opium-derived thebaine. It was developed in 1916 in Germany as one of several new semi-synthetic opioids in an attempt to improve on the existing opiates and opioids morphine, diacetylmorphine (heroin), and codeine. It is best known as the main active ingredient in a number of oral medications commonly prescribed for the relief of moderate to severe pain. It is addictive and has become widely abused as a recreational drug. Color Key Carbon- grey, Hydrogen- white, Nitrogen- blue, Oxygen- red.
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April 13th, 2016
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