Di-iodohydroxyquinoline is a quinoline derivative which can be used in the treatment of amoebiasis.
Detailed introduction to Di-iodohydroxyquinoline / Iodoquinol:
Diiodohydroxyquinoline: One of the halogenated 8-quinolinols widely used as an intestinal antiseptic, especially as an antiamebic agent. It is also used topically in other infections and may cause CNS and eye damage. It is known by very many similar trade names world-wide. DESCRIPTION : Light Yellowish to Yellowish Brown Microcrystalline Powder Odorless or with a faint odour,LOSS ON DRYING NMT 0.5%, 0.32%, Identification As per test A, B & C ,Passes Test As per B.P., Free iodine & iodide As per B.P., Passes Test As per B.P. ,Residue on Ignition NMT 0.1% 0.071 % ASSAY (On dry basis) 98.0% To 101.0%, 99.37% ,
