Ivermectin

UN No.: UN2811

Molecular formula: B_1aC₄₈H₇₄O₁₄ (R=C₂H₅), B_1bC₄₇H₇₂O₁₄ (R=CH₃)

M.W.: B1a: 874, B1b: 860         

Structural formula: 

Description: Light yellow or white crystalline powder, weak odor and toxic, freely soluble in methanol, ester and practically insoluble in water.

Specification: The product contains not less than 93.0% of 22, 23 Dihydro-
avermectin B1a and the sum of B1a and B1b is not less than 97.0%.

Uses: The antibiotic exerts activity against nematode, hookworm, worm insect, worm and acarid hosted in animal gastrointestinal tract.

Packing and Storage: Packed in tins; Kept in a well-closed container and protected from light.

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