Betahistine
- CAS No.
- 5638-76-6
- Chemical Name:
- Betahistine
- Synonyms
- n-methyl-2-(pyridin-2-yl)ethan-1-amine;Y-G 14-d3;PT 9 base;Serc base;Vasomotal;β-Histine;BETAHISTINE;NSC 42617-d3;AKOS BBS-00002883;Sinmenier (free base)
- CBNumber:
- CB4489793
- Molecular Formula:
- C8H12N2
- Molecular Weight:
- 136.19
- MDL Number:
- MFCD00006362
- MOL File:
- 5638-76-6.mol
- MSDS File:
- SDS
- TDS File:
- TDS
| Product description | Number | Pack Size | Price |
| 2-(2-Methylaminoethyl)pyridine 97% | M28804 | 5g | $114 |
| 2-(2-Methylaminoethyl)pyridine 97% | M28804 | 25g | $546 |
| Betahistine min. 98.0 % | B6621 | 5G | $68 |
| Betahistine min. 98.0 % | B6621 | 25G | $237 |
| 2-(2-Methylaminoethyl)Pyridine Asreported | 284153 | 10g | $373 |
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| Boiling point | 113-114 °C30 mm Hg(lit.) |
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| Density | 0.984 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| vapor pressure | 17.7Pa at 25℃ |
| refractive index |
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| Flash point | 206 °F |
| storage temp. | Keep in dark place,Inert atmosphere,Room temperature |
| solubility | Chloroform (Slightly), DMSO (Sparingly), Ethyl Acetate (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly) |
| form | Oil |
| pka | pKa 3.46 (Uncertain) |
| color | Light Yellow to Yellow |
| Water Solubility | 1000g/L at 25℃ |
| Merck | 13,1181 |
| InChI | 1S/C8H12N2/c1-9-7-5-8-4-2-3-6-10-8/h2-4,6,9H,5,7H2,1H3 |
| InChIKey | UUQMNUMQCIQDMZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | CNCCc1ccccn1 |
| LogP | 0.68 |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 5638-76-6(CAS DataBase Reference) |
| FDA UNII | X32KK4201D |
| ATC code | N07CA01 |
| EPA Substance Registry System | 2-Pyridineethanamine, N-methyl- (5638-76-6) |
| UNSPSC Code | 12352100 |
| NACRES | NA.22 |
SAFETY
Risk and Safety Statements
| Symbol(GHS) |  GHS07 |
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| Signal word | Warning | |||||||||
| Hazard statements | H315-H319-H335 | |||||||||
| Precautionary statements | P261-P264-P271-P280-P302+P352-P305+P351+P338 | |||||||||
| target organs | Respiratory system | |||||||||
| PPE | Eyeshields, Gloves, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter | |||||||||
| Hazard Codes | Xi,C | |||||||||
| Risk Statements | 36/37/38 | |||||||||
| Safety Statements | 26-37/39 | |||||||||
| WGK Germany | 2 | |||||||||
| RTECS | UT5552000 | |||||||||
| Hazard Note | Corrosive | |||||||||
| TSCA | TSCA listed | |||||||||
| HS Code | 2933399990 | |||||||||
| Storage Class | 10 - Combustible liquids | |||||||||
| Hazard Classifications | Eye Irrit. 2 Skin Irrit. 2 STOT SE 3 |
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| REACH Registrations | Active | |||||||||
| NFPA 704 |
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Betahistine price More Price(67)
| Manufacturer | Product number | Product description | CAS number | Packaging | Price | Updated | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sigma-Aldrich | M28804 | 2-(2-Methylaminoethyl)pyridine 97% | 5638-76-6 | 5g | $114 | 2026-04-30 | Buy |
| Sigma-Aldrich | M28804 | 2-(2-Methylaminoethyl)pyridine 97% | 5638-76-6 | 25g | $546 | 2026-04-30 | Buy |
| TCI Chemical | B6621 | Betahistine min. 98.0 % | 5638-76-6 | 5G | $68 | 2026-04-30 | Buy |
| TCI Chemical | B6621 | Betahistine min. 98.0 % | 5638-76-6 | 25G | $237 | 2026-04-30 | Buy |
| Usbiological | 284153 | 2-(2-Methylaminoethyl)Pyridine Asreported | 5638-76-6 | 10g | $373 | 2026-06-03 | Buy |
Betahistine Chemical Properties,Uses,Production
Description
Betahistine is an analogue of histamine with weak agonist properties at histamine H1 receptors and more potent antagonistic effects at histamine H3 receptors.
This drug is broadly used worldwide, except for the USA, since it has not been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. Betahistine is a structural analog of histamine that acts as a weak partial postsynaptic histamine H1 receptor agonist and presynaptic H3 receptor antagonist, with no effect on postsynaptic H2 receptors (Gbahou et al, 2010). The mechanism of action of the drug appears to depend mainly on its action on H3 receptors mediated by two metabolites, aminoethylpyridine and hydroxyethylpyridine (Bertich et al, 2014).
Uses
Betahistine is a vasodilator, a mild H1 histamine agonist, and a potent H3 histamine antagonist. The mechanism of action in Meniere's disease is unknown, but theories include reducing the endolymphatic pressure through improved circulation in the stria vascularis or inhibiting activity in the vestibular nuclei. It has been found to be a safe drug with a very low side effect profile. Betahistine was FDA approved for Meniere's disease in the US market for a short period of time in the 1970s, but approval was then rescinded due to lack of evidence supporting its efficacy. However, based on clinical experience and several observational studies, it is still widely used elsewhere in the world.
Uses
Anti - Vertigo/Anti-Nauseants/Antiemetics
Indications
Betahistine is indicated in treatment of Meniere's disease (vertigo, hearing loss and tinnitus); it is not effective in preventing vertigo attacks.
Definition
ChEBI: Betahistine is an aminoalkylpyridine that is pyridine substituted by a 2-(methylamino)ethyl group at position 2. It acts as a histamine agonist and a vasodilator, and is thought to improve the microcirculation of the labyrinth, resulting in reduced endolymphatic pressure. It is used (generally as the hydrochloride or mesylate salt) to reduce the symptoms of vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing loss associated with Meniere's disease. It has a role as a vasodilator agent and a H1-receptor agonist. It is an aminoalkylpyridine and a secondary amino compound.
brand name
Serc (Unimed).
Mechanism of action
The precise mechanism of betahistine's actions is unclear; it has antagonistic actions on histamine H3 receptors, and is a weak agonist at H receptors. In animal studies, it inhibits generation of spikes in vestibular nuclei. Its vasodilator activity (similar to histamine's) presumably improves blood flow in the inner ear and brainstem.
Pharmacokinetics
After oral administration, betahistine is rapidly and completely absorbed, rapidly metabolised (to one major metabolite, 2-pyridylacetic acid) and 90% excreted within 24 hours. Plasma and urinary half-lives are about 3.5 hours.
Side effects
Common adverse reactions include headache, nausea and dyspepsia. More rarely, hypersensitivity reactions (rash, pruritis, bronchospasm) and hypotension may occur.
Drug interactions
Co-administration of betahistine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors type B reduces metabolism of betahistine. Theoretically, interactions might occur with concurrent antihistamines; however, no significant problems have been reported.
Dosage forms
Betahistine is provided as scored tablets, 16 mg. Dose is 8-16 mg taken three times daily. It should be taken with food to minimise risk of GIT upsets. Patients are warned that it may take several weeks for beneficial effects to be noticed.
Precautions
Betahistine should be used with caution in individuals with asthma, urticaria, phaeochromocytoma or hypersensitivity to any components of tablets. Betahistine is contraindicated in people with active or history of peptic ulcer. Betahistine is classified in Pregnancy Safety Category B2: insufficient data available; it is contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation, and in children under 18.
Betahistine Preparation Products And Raw materials
Raw materials
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Preparation Products
| Supplier | Tel | Country | ProdList | Advantage | |
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| Hangzhou Benoy Chemical Co., Ltd | +8617342059697 | sales@benoychem.com | China | 315 | 58 |
| Henan Tianfu Chemical Co.,Ltd. | +86-0371-55170693 +86-19937530512 | info@tianfuchem.com | China | 21585 | 55 |
| ATK CHEMICAL COMPANY LIMITED | +undefined-21-51877795 | ivan@atkchemical.com | China | 33024 | 60 |
| Alchem Pharmtech,Inc. | 8485655694 | sales@alchempharmtech.com | United States | 63687 | 58 |
| CONIER CHEM AND PHARMA LIMITED | +8618523575427 | sales@conier.com | China | 49979 | 58 |
| career henan chemical co | +86-0371-86658258 +8613203830695 | factory@coreychem.com | China | 29792 | 58 |
| JIAXING REGEN CHEMICAL CO.,LTD | +8613385739570 | regen_chemical1@163.com | China | 226 | 58 |
| TargetMol Chemicals Inc. | +1-781-999-5354; +17819995354 | marketing@targetmol.com | United States | 32466 | 58 |
| AFINE CHEMICALS LIMITED | +86-571-85134551 | info@afinechem.com | China | 15080 | 58 |
| Shenzhen Shengda Pharma Limited | 755-85269922 +8613424394241 | sales@shengdapharm.com | CHINA | 310 | 58 |
View Lastest Price from Betahistine manufacturers
| Image | Update time | Product | Price | Min. Order | Purity | Supply Ability | Manufacturer | |
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2026-07-17 | Betahistine
5638-76-6
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$30.00 | 99.87% | 10g | TargetMol Chemicals Inc. | ||
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2019-12-23 | 2-(2-METHYLAMINOETHYL)PYRIDINE
5638-76-6
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$1.00 | 100g | 99% | Career Henan Chemical Co |
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- Betahistine
5638-76-6
- $30.00
- 99.87%
- TargetMol Chemicals Inc.
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- 2-(2-METHYLAMINOETHYL)PYRIDINE
5638-76-6
- $1.00
- 99%
- Career Henan Chemical Co
