Details
Fluocinolone Acetonide
CAS Number: 67-73-2
Molecular formula: C24H30F2O6
Fluocinolone acetonide is a corticosteroid primarily used in dermatology to reduce skin inflammation and relieve itching. It is a synthetic hydrocortisone derivative. The fluorine substitution at position 9 in the steroid nucleus greatly enhances its activity.
Tests |
Specifications |
Results |
Appearance |
White or almost white crystalline powder |
Conforms |
Identification |
IR UV |
Conforms Conforms |
Loss on drying |
Not more than 1.0% |
0.44% |
Residue on ignition |
Negligible(from 100 mg) |
Conforms |
Related substances (HPLC)
|
0.50% ≤only one impurity≤1.0% Total impurity≤2.0% |
Conforms 1.46% |
Assay |
97.0%~103.0% (Anhydrous substance) |
99.06% |
Conclusion |
Complies with USP32 standard |