GUANIDINIUM CHLORIDE
\ɡwˌɑːnɪdˈɪni͡əm klˈɔːɹa͡ɪd], \ɡwˌɑːnɪdˈɪniəm klˈɔːɹaɪd], \ɡ_w_ˌɑː_n_ɪ_d_ˈɪ_n_iə_m k_l_ˈɔː_ɹ_aɪ_d]\
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A strong organic base existing primarily as guanidium ions at physiological pH. It is found in the urine as a normal product of protein metabolism. It is also used in laboratory research as a protein denaturant. (From Martindale, the Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed and Merck Index, 12th ed) It is also used in the treatment of myasthenia and as a fluorescent probe in HPLC.
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