Anthralin Ointment
»Anthralin Ointment is Anthralin in a petrolatum or other oleaginous vehicle.Anthralin Ointment labeled to contain more than 0.1percent of anthralin contains not less than 90.0percent and not more than 115.0percent of the labeled amount of C14H10O3;and Ointment labeled to contain 0.1percent or less of anthralin contains not less than 90.0percent and not more than 130.0percent of the labeled amount of C14H10O3.
Packaging and storage— Preserve in tight containers,in a cool place.Protect from light.
Assay— Proceed with Ointment as directed in the Assayunder Anthralin Cream.
Auxiliary Information— Staff Liaison:Lawrence Evans,III,Ph.D.,Scientist
Expert Committee:(PA6)Pharmaceutical Analysis 6
USP28–NF23Page 162
Phone Number:1-301-816-8389