Also known as: BRL 39123; Denavir (brand); Vectavir (brand)
Penciclovir is a high-purity antiviral API classified as a purine nucleoside analogue with potent activity against Herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 and HSV-2) and Varicella zoster virus (VZV). Mediocon Inc manufactures GMP-compliant Penciclovir at its Aurangabad, Maharashtra facility. The compound is selectively phosphorylated by viral thymidine kinase and then inhibits viral DNA polymerase, providing targeted antiviral activity with minimal effects on host cells.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 39809-25-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C₁₀H₁₅N₅O₃ |
| Molecular Weight | 253.26 g/mol |
| Grade | IP / BP / EP / USP |
| Category | Antiviral / Nucleoside Analogue |
| Assay | NLT 98.0% |
| Loss on Drying | NMT 0.5% |
| Heavy Metals | NMT 20 ppm |
| Residue on Ignition | NMT 0.1% |
| Microbial Limits | Complies with pharmacopoeia |
| Identification | IR, HPLC Compliant |
| Batch No | PENC/24032026 |
| Mfg Date | MAR 2026 |
| Exp Date | FEB 2031 |
| Packing | 25 kg HDPE drums / as per requirement |