Triclabendazole is a medication used to treat liver flukes, specifically fascioliasis and paragonimiasis. It is very effective for both conditions. Treatment in hospital may be required. It is taken by mouth with typically one or two doses being required.
Specification:
Item |
Standard |
Result |
Appearance |
A white or almost white powder |
Almost white powder |
Identification |
A: HPLC, retention time of main peak corresponds to that of reference standard B: IR, IR spectrum of sample corresponds to that of reference standard |
Complies |
Melting point |
174-178°C |
174-175°C |
Loss on drying |
≤1.0% |
0.60% |
Residue on ignition |
≤0.2% |
0.14% |
Related substances |
N-Methyl derivatives≤0.5% Other single impurity≤0.2%
Total impurities≤1.0% |
0.31% 0.12% (RRT=0.542) 0.16% (RRT=1.996) 0.08% (RRT=1.454) 0.7% |
Assay (on dried basis) |
98.0-101.0% |
98.5% |
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. |