Isoniazid BP

Isoniazid BP

Isonicotinic acid hydrazide; INH; HIN; Pyridine-4-carbohydrazide

CAS 54-85-3

Chemical Formula C₆H₇N₃O

Molecular Weight 137.14 g/mol

Isoniazid BP (British Pharmacopoeia grade) is a synthetic antibacterial agent primarily used as a first-line treatment for tuberculosis (TB). It is highly effective against actively growing Mycobacterium tuberculosis organisms by inhibiting the synthesis of mycolic acids, essential components of the bacterial cell wall. Isoniazid is also used prophylactically in individuals exposed to TB.

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Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Tuberculosis Treatment: Isoniazid is the cornerstone of TB therapy, used in combination with other antitubercular drugs like rifampicin and pyrazinamide to treat active pulmonary and extrapulmonary tuberculosis.
  • Tuberculosis Prophylaxis: Used alone as a monotherapy for latent TB infection (LTBI), particularly in people who have been in close contact with active TB patients or have positive tuberculin skin tests.
  • Meningitis Prevention in TB Exposure: Administered to prevent TB meningitis in high-risk populations, especially in infants and immunocompromised patients.

Specifications

Assay ≥ 98.5% (on dried basis)
Appearance White crystalline powder
Odor Odorless
Boiling Point Decomposes before boiling
Melting Point 170 – 174 °C
Density Not applicable
Solubility Freely soluble in water; slightly in alcohol
Viscosity Not applicable
Flash Point Not applicable

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Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards

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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Isoniazid BP?
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4. How can I ensure the quality of Isoniazid BP supplied by Multichem?
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