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Hydrocortisone Powder

  • Ref standard:Ph.Eur.9/USP43
  • CAS No.:50-23-7
  • Molecular Formula:C21H30O5
  • Molecular Weight:362.47
  • Appearance:White crystalline powder
  • GMP standard production lines

    Feature

    Hydrocortisone is the main hormone of the adrenal cortex. It is a short-acting glucocorticoid and also has a weak mineralocorticoid effect.
    It is involved in many physiological processes of the human body, including anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-shock, and immune regulation.
    It has short-acting characteristics, direct activity and multiple dosage forms, and plays an important role in the field of emergency and critical care and skin disease treatment.

    Specification-COA

    ItemsStandardResults
    DescriptionWhite to practically white, odorless,crystalline powder.white crystalline powder
    SolubilitySparingly soluble in acetone and in alcohol,slightly soluble in chloroform; very slightly soluble in water and in ether.complies
    IdentificationA.IR  B.UV
    Specific rotaion+150°-156°153.6°
    Loss on drying≤1.0%0.03%
    Residual ignition≤0.5%0.03%
    Total impurities≤2.0%0.59%
    Any max individual impurity≤0.5%0.10%
    Particle size90%≤20um
    Residual SolventMethanol ≤3000ppm97 ppm
    Dichloromethane ≤600ppm62 ppm
    Acetone≤5000ppmND
    Tetrahydrofuran≤720ppmND
    Assay(HPLC)97%-102%100.10%
    Conclusion The test product complies with the requirements of USP43.

    Function and Application

    Hydrocortisone powder is an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) and is commonly used in pharmaceutical formulations.

    1. Production of topical creams/ointments to improve skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis, and rash.
    2. Oral tablets for the treatment of adrenal insufficiency and autoimmune diseases.
    FormUsage
    Topical (cream)For skin inflammation
    Oral tabletFor systemic inflammation
    InjectionFor emergencies or adrenal crisis
    Rectal (suppository/foam)For hemorrhoids, proctitis

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