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Betamethasone dipropionate for peak identification

European Pharmacopoeia (EP) Reference Standard

Synonym(s):

Betamethasone 17,21-dipropionate, 9α-Fluoro-16β-methyl-11β,17α,21-trihydroxy-1,4-pregnadiene-3,20-dione 17,21-dipropionate

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Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
C28H37FO7
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
504.59
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.24

grade

pharmaceutical primary standard

API family

betamethasone

manufacturer/tradename

EDQM

application(s)

pharmaceutical (small molecule)

format

neat

storage temp.

2-8°C

SMILES string

[H][C@@]12C[C@H](C)[C@](OC(=O)CCl)(C(=O)COC(=O)CC)[C@@]1(C)C[C@H](O)C3(F)[C@@]2([H])CCC4=CC(=O)C=C[C@]34C

InChI

1S/C27H34ClFO7/c1-5-22(33)35-14-21(32)27(36-23(34)13-28)15(2)10-19-18-7-6-16-11-17(30)8-9-24(16,3)26(18,29)20(31)12-25(19,27)4/h8-9,11,15,18-20,31H,5-7,10,12-14H2,1-4H3/t15-,18-,19-,20-,24-,25-,26?,27-/m0/s1

InChI key

UOCNBCVPZWLUKX-HOBFILNXSA-N

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General description

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Application

Betamethasone dipropionate for peak identification EP Reference standard, intended for use in laboratory tests only as specifically prescribed in the European Pharmacopoeia.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Betamethasone 17,21-dipropionate is a glucocorticoid with anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive activity.

Packaging

The product is delivered as supplied by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For the current unit quantity, please visit the EDQM reference substance catalogue.

Other Notes

Sales restrictions may apply.

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Hazard Statements

Hazard Classifications

Repr. 1B - STOT RE 2

Target Organs

Liver,Kidney,Endocrine system

Storage Class Code

6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects

WGK

WGK 2

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable


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Paul L McCormack
Drugs, 71(6), 709-730 (2011-04-21)
Calcipotriol/betamethasone dipropionate (calcipotriol 50 μg/g and betamethasone 0.5 mg/g) is a fixed-dose combination of a vitamin D(3) analogue and a corticosteroid indicated for the once-daily, topical treatment of psoriasis vulgaris of the trunk, limbs and scalp in adults. Both the ointment (Daivobet®;
Julia M Bottomley et al.
Current medical research and opinion, 27(1), 251-268 (2010-12-15)
To evaluate the two-compound formulation (TCF) calcipotriol and betamethasone dipropionate (BDP) gel versus other topical therapies for scalp psoriasis in adults using direct and indirect comparisons. A systematic review identified 10 randomised controlled trials (RCTs) of topical treatments used in
F Henry et al.
Revue medicale de Liege, 60(11), 893-895 (2006-01-13)
The topical treatment of psoriasis benefits from the alternate use of dermocorticosteroids and vitamin D3 analogues. A new galenic formulation allows to combine them in a single application. Dovobet (LEO Pharma) ointment is the association of calcipotriol 50 microg/g with
M A Radtke et al.
Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, und verwandte Gebiete, 61(9), 770-775 (2010-07-21)
Scalp psoriasis has a significant psychosocial impact on individuals affecting their quality of life. It occurs in 50-80% of patients with psoriasis and may be the only affected area of the body. Current topical therapies for scalp psoriasis are difficult
Andrew G Affleck et al.
Current medical research and opinion, 27(1), 269-284 (2010-12-15)
To compare the cost effectiveness of the two-compound formulation (TCF) calcipotriol plus betamethasone dipropionate gel used first-, second- or third-line to standard topical treatments for moderately severe scalp psoriasis from a Scottish NHS perspective. Treatment pathways for scalp psoriasis patients

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