Doxycycline is an antibiotic that is used in the treatment of a number of types of infections caused by bacteria and protozoa. It is useful for bacterial pneumonia, acne, chlamydia infections, early Lyme disease, cholera and syphilis. It is also useful for the treatment of malaria when used with quinine and for the prevention of malaria. Doxycycline can be used either by mouth or intravenously.
Specification:
Item |
Specification |
Appearance |
A yellow crystalline powder hygroscopic |
Identification |
A B C |
PH |
2.0~3.0 |
Related Substances |
|
Any impurity eluting before methacycline |
≤0.5%% |
6-epidoxycycline |
≤2.0% |
Methacycline |
≤2.0% |
Any Impurities eluting after the main peak |
≤0.5% |
Organil volatile impurities: ethanol |
≤200ppm |
Water |
1.4~2.8% |
Assay |
800U/mg~920U/mg |
Packaging details:
Packaging details: |
25kg/drum with double plastic bags inside; packed in a cardboard drum or fiber HDPE drum. |
Storage: |
Stored in a clean, cool, dry area; keep away from moisture and strong, direct light/heat |
Shelf Life: |
5 years if sealed and store away from direct sun light. |