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118 NOTES ON THE NEWER REMEDIES.
IODOPHENIN.
Also termed iodo-phenacetin, this body is a compound
allied to phenacetin. It contains 50 per cent. of iodine.
Though not accurately worked out, the chemical formula
of iodophenin is said to be-
(OC2H, C,,H50
C6H4 CH4.
NI(CH3CO) (CHzCO)IN C
!---------- i
I H
Physical Properties.-lodopenin is a brownish pow-
der, but when pure is a crystalline body, of an iodine
odor and a burning taste, and colors the skin yellow. It
melts and decomposes at from 2660 to 267.80 F. (130
to 131 C.).
Solubility.--This drug is soluble in alcohol, glacial
acetic acid, and boiling hydrochloric acid.
Therapeutic Applications.-This remedy is employed
only for its antiseptic properties.
Administration.-Iodophenin is locally applied.'
IODOPYRIN.
Also called iodantipyrin, this drug is a substitute-
product of antipyrin in which one atom of hydrogen
in the benzene nucleus is replaced by iodine. Its for-
mula then is as follows : CHIN\NC.CH,.
Physical Properties.--odopjyrin appears as a color-
less and tasteless substance made up of acicular prismatic
crystals having a melting-point'of 3360 F. (16o C.).
Solubility.-This drug is soluble in hot water, but
scarcely so in cold water.
Therapeutic Applications. odopyriln is used for its
1 The name of ioao-pheno-chloral is given to a mixture of equal parts
of iodine, carbolic acid, and chloral hydrate. This combination has been
recommended in the treatment of skin diseases, particularly those of para-
sitic origin.
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Cerna, David. Notes on the Newer Remedies: Their Therapeutic Applications and Modes of Administration, Second Edition, book, 1894; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth143542/m1/117/: accessed April 30, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting University of Texas Health Science Center Libraries.