Miconazole is mainly used externally for the treatment of athlete's foot, ringworm, and jock itch. Internal application is used for oral or vaginal thrush (yeast infection). The oral gel may also be used for the lip disorder angular cheilitis.
Specification:
Specification |
Standard |
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Appearance |
White or almost white crystal powder |
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Identification |
Ir |
Similar to standard |
Appearance of solution |
The solution is clear and not more intensely cloured than reference solutions Y7 |
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Solubility |
Very slightly soluble in water; soluble in methanol; slightly soluble in alcohol |
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Angle of optical rotation |
-0.10 ----+0.10 |
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Related substances |
Each impurity |
≤0.25% |
Total imurity |
≤0.5% |
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Melting point |
178-182°C |
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Loss on drying |
≤0.5% |
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Residue on ignition |
≤0.1% |
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Assay ( on dry basis) |
98.5-102% |
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. |