NIFEDIPINE - USP
| Molecular Formula | C17H18N2O6 |
| Structural Formula |  |
| Molecular Weight | 346.34 |
| Description | Yellow Powder. Is affected by exposure to light. |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water. |
| Identification | Complies with USP requirement. |
| Melting Range | Between 171ºC - 175ºC |
| Loss on drying | Not more than 0.5 % |
| Residue on Ignition | Not more than 0.1 % |
| Heavy Metals | Not more than 0.001% |
| Perchloric Acid Titration | Each gm of Nifedipine consumed not more than 0.12ml of 0.1 N Perchloric Acid. |
| Chloride | Not more than 0.02% |
| Sulphate | Not more than 0.05% |
| Related Compounds | Not more than 0.2% each. |
| Assay | Not less
than 98% and Not more than 102% |
| Bulk Density : | |
| As such | 0.52 |
| After 20 tappings | 0.80 |
| Packing | 25
/ 50 Kgs.
Fibre Drums with Double Poly Liners inside. |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. |
| Shelf Life | 5 Years |
| Batch Size | 500 Kgs. |
| Action and Uses | Calcium
channel blocker. Coronary vasodilator; antianginal. |