Sodium Picosulfate

Sodium Picosulfate is used for colon cleansing before colonoscopy. The common laxative principle of sodium picosulfate is that the hydrolysis of picosulfate, in contrast to that of bisacodyl, is attributable to the microorganisms of the intestinal flora.

Product information

CAS Number: 10040-45-6

Molecular Weight: 460.43

Formula: C18H15NNaO8S2

Synonym:

Sodium Picosulphate

Pico-Salax

Chemical Name: {4-[(pyridin-2-yl)[4-(sulfooxy)phenyl]methyl]phenyl}oxidanesulfonic acid sodium

Smiles: [Na].OS(=O)(=O)OC1C=CC(=CC=1)C(C1=CC=CC=N1)C1C=CC(=CC=1)OS(O)(=O)=O |^1:0|

InChiKey: OZGHHKCKRPNWTL-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChi: InChI=1S/C18H15NO8S2.Na/c20-28(21,22)26-15-8-4-13(5-9-15)18(17-3-1-2-12-19-17)14-6-10-16(11-7-14)27-29(23,24)25;/h1-12,18H,(H,20,21,22)(H,23,24,25);

Technical Data

Appearance: Solid Power

Purity: ≥98% (or refer to the Certificate of Analysis)

Shipping Condition: Shipped under ambient temperature as non-hazardous chemical or refer to Certificate of Analysis

Storage Condition: Dry, dark and -20 ^oC for 1 year or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.

Shelf Life: ≥12 months if stored properly.

Stock Solution Storage: 0 - 4 ^oC for 1 month or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.

Drug Formulation: To be determined

HS Tariff Code: 382200

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