Also known as: Porfimer Sodium; Photofrin II; CL-184116
Photofrin (Porfimer Sodium) is a photosensitizing agent used in photodynamic therapy (PDT) for the treatment of various cancers. Manufactured by Mediocon Inc in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India under GMP conditions, it is supplied to oncology and research institutions globally. CAS No: 65348-80-9.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 65348-80-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C34H36N4Na2O8 |
| Molecular Weight | 652.66 g/mol |
| Grade | IP / BP / USP |
| Category | Photosensitizer / Antineoplastic Agent |
| Appearance | Dark red to maroon crystalline powder |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol, practically insoluble in other organic solvents. |
| 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 |
| Mfg Date | MAR 2026 |
| Exp Date | FEB 2031 |
| Packing | 25 kg HDPE drums / as per requirement |