CAS 207670-55-1

Loteprednol Impurity

Description:

Loteprednol Impurity, identified by the CAS number 207670-55-1, is a chemical compound associated with the corticosteroid loteprednol etabonate, which is primarily used in ophthalmic formulations for its anti-inflammatory properties. As an impurity, it may arise during the synthesis or degradation of loteprednol etabonate. The characteristics of Loteprednol Impurity include its molecular structure, which is related to the steroid framework, and it may exhibit similar pharmacological properties, albeit typically at a reduced efficacy compared to the parent compound. The compound is likely to be a white to off-white solid, soluble in organic solvents, and may have specific melting and boiling points that are characteristic of its molecular weight and structure. Analytical methods such as HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) are commonly employed to identify and quantify impurities in pharmaceutical preparations. Understanding the characteristics of such impurities is crucial for ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of pharmaceutical products.

Formula: C₂₄H₂₉ClO₆

Synonyms:

• Loteprednol Impurity
• Chlormethyl 17a-ethoxycarbonyloxy-3-oxoandrosta-1,4,9(11)-triene-17beta-carboxylate
• Androsta-1,4,9(11)-triene-17-carboxylic acid, 17-[(ethoxycarbonyl)oxy]-3-oxo-, chloromethyl ester, (17α)-
• 5,5'-[N-[2-[4,7,10-Tris(carboxymethyl)-1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclododec-1-yl]acetyl]-L-glutamoyl]bis[cyclo(L-arginylglycyl-L-α-aspartyl-D-phenylalanyl-L-lysyl)

Loteprednol Impurity 6

CAS: 207670-55-1

Formula: C₂₄H₂₉ClO₆

Color and Shape: White To Off-White Solid

Molecular weight: 448.94

Ref: 4Z-L-3910