Norfloxacin is a synthetic chemotherapeutic antibacterial agent occasionally used to treat common as well as complicated urinary tract infections. It is sold under various brand names with the most common being Noroxin.
Specification:
TEST |
SPECIFICATION |
RESULT |
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Description |
White to pale yellow,hydroscpion, photosensitive, crystalline powder |
Complies |
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Identification |
IR |
Complies |
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Appreance of solution |
Complies |
Complies |
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Related Substances |
Impurity E |
max.0.1% |
0.01% |
Methyl-Norfloxacin |
max.0.15% |
0.08% |
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Unspecicifed Impurities |
max.0.1% |
0.04% |
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Total Impurities |
max.0.5% |
0.2% |
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Loss on drying |
max.1.0% |
0.3% |
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Residue on ignition |
max.0.1% |
0.05% |
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Heavy metals |
max.15ppm |
10ppm |
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Purity chromatographic |
The sum of all impurities’peaks is not more than 0.5% |
Complies |
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Assay |
99.0%-101.0% |
99.8% |
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Residual Solvents Ethanol |
max.5000ppm |
Not detected |
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. |