Description

Bisacodyl CAS NO 603-50-9 is a diphenylmethane derivative that acts as a stimulant laxative. It is a critical active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) valued for its reliable and predictable therapeutic effect. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly those producing over-the-counter and prescription medications for the treatment of constipation and for bowel preparation prior to medical procedures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical API: Primary use as the active ingredient in stimulant laxative tablets, suppositories, and enemas.
• Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications: Formulation into widely available constipation relief products.
• Prescription Medications: Used in prescribed treatments for chronic constipation and related gastrointestinal conditions.
• Bowel Preparation: A key component in formulations used to cleanse the bowel before colonoscopy, surgery, or other diagnostic procedures.
• Veterinary Pharmaceuticals: Application in veterinary medicine for the treatment of constipation in animals.
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and in pharmacological studies related to gastrointestinal motility.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bisacodyl
CAS No.	603-50-9
Molecular Formula	C22H19NO4
Molecular Weight	361.39 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-(2-Pyridinylmethylene)bis-phenol diacetate; 2-[Bis(4-acetoxyphenyl)methyl]pyridine; 4,4'-(Pyridin-2-ylmethylene)diphenyl diacetate; Dulcolax (trade name); Laxoberal; Bicol; Bisacolax; Bisacodylum; Contact for EINECS details.

Quality Control

Our Bisacodyl is manufactured and tested to meet stringent pharmacopeial standards, including USP and EP monographs. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	98.0% - 102.0% (on dried basis)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity: ≤ 0.5% Total impurities: ≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.