Benzenesulfonamide

• CAT Number: R069297
• CAS Number: 98-10-2
• Molecular Formula: C6H7NO2S
• Molecular Weight: 157.187
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: RT
• IUPAC Name: benzenesulfonamide
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H7NO2S/c7-10(8,9)6-4-2-1-3-5-6/h1-5H,(H2,7,8,9)
• InChIKey: KHBQMWCZKVMBLN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC=C(C=C1)S(=O)(=O)N

Benzenesulfonamide(CAT: R069297) is an organic compound belonging to the sulfonamide class of chemicals. Its action target involves the inhibition of carbonic anhydrase enzymes, specifically the isoforms CA II and CA IV. The mode of action includes binding to the active site of these enzymes, blocking the conversion of carbon dioxide to bicarbonate ions and protons. Pharmacologically, Benzenesulfonamide is used as a diuretic and is prescribed to treat conditions like glaucoma, epilepsy, and altitude sickness. By inhibiting carbonic anhydrase, it reduces intraocular pressure, controls seizures, and assists in acclimatizing to high altitudes.