GUANIDINE NITRATE
\ɡwˈɑːnɪdˌiːn nˈa͡ɪtɹe͡ɪt], \ɡwˈɑːnɪdˌiːn nˈaɪtɹeɪt], \ɡ_w_ˈɑː_n_ɪ_d_ˌiː_n n_ˈaɪ_t_ɹ_eɪ_t]\
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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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