Nitazoxanide is a broad-spectrum antiparasitic and broad-spectrum antiviral drug that is used in medicine for the treatment of various helminthic, protozoal, and viral infections.It is indicated for the treatment of infection by Cryptosporidium parvum and Giardia lamblia in immunocompetent individuals and has been repurposed for the treatment of influenza.
Nitazoxanide has also been shown to have in vitro antiparasitic activity and clinical treatment efficacy for infections caused by other protozoa and helminths; emerging evidence suggests that it possesses efficacy in treating a number of viral infections as well.
Specification:
Item |
Refined Nitazoxanide |
Crude Nitazoxanide |
Characters |
Yellowish crystalline powder |
Yellow crystalline powder |
Identification |
Color reaction:positive reaction IR:Consistent |
Color reaction:positive reaction IR:Consistent |
Melting Range |
198.7-200°C |
193-198.7°C |
Related substance |
Single impurity:0.20% Total impurity:0.42% |
Single impurity:0.39% Total impurity:1.74% |
Loss on drying |
0.25% |
0.25% |
Residue on ignition |
0.08% |
0.05% |
Assay |
99.58% |
98.26% |
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. |