Levamisole Hydrochloride
Brief Introduction:
Levamisole hydrochloride is an organic compound with the chemical formula C11H13ClN2S. It is a white to almost white crystalline powder. It is an anthelmintic and biological reaction modifier.
Specifications of our Levamisole Hydrochloride:
| Test Items | Specifications | |
| Appearance | White or almost white crystalline powder | |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water; soluble in ethanol (96 percent); slightly soluble in methylene chloride | |
| Identification | IR | Complies with reference spectrum of levamisole hydrochloride CRS |
| Chemical identification(Chloride) | Positive | |
| Related Substances (HPLC) |
Impurity A | Not more than 0.2% |
| Impurity B | Not more than 0.2% | |
| Impurity C | Not more than 0.2% | |
| Impurity D | Not more than 0.2% | |
| Impurity E | Not more than 0.2% | |
| Individual unspecified impurities | Not more than 0.10% | |
| Total impurities | Not more than 0.3% | |
| Appearance of Solution | Clear, not more intensely colored than reference solution Y7. | |
| Loss on Drying | Not more than 0.5% | |
| Sulphated Ash | Not more than 0.1% | |
| Specific Optical Rotation (on the anhydrous basis) | -121.0°~ -128.0° | |
| pH Value | 3.0 ~ 4.5 | |
| Assay (on the anhydrous basis) | 98.5% ~ 101.0% | |
Indications:
Levamisole Hydrochloride has a good effect on roundworms, hookworms, pinworms and strongyloidiasis stercoralis. Since this product is more effective in a single dose, it is suitable for group treatment.
It is more active than diethylcarbamazine against adult worms and microfilariae of Onchocerciasis bancrofti, Malay filariasis and Onchocerciasis, but its long-term efficacy is relatively poor.
Packaging:
1kg/Aluminum Foil Bag, 25kg/Fibre Drum or according to the specific requirements from customers.
Storage Conditions:
Preserved in unopened original containers in a cool dry place before using; kept away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
Shelf Life:
60 months if stored under above mentioned conditions.
