How Does Acebutolol React with Hydrochloric Acid?

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The reaction of acebutolol with hydrochloric acid results in the formation of a salt through the interaction of the amine functional group in acebutolol with HCl. Acebutolol, a beta-blocker, contains a secondary amine that readily reacts with hydrochloric acid, leading to the protonation of the amine and the formation of acebutolol hydrochloride. This reaction is a classic example of acid-base chemistry where the amine acts as a base.

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What is the product form reaction of acebutolol with hydrochloric acid ?
I am not sure which functional group will react with HCl

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Acids react with bases to form salts. See any basic groups there?
 

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