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Dithranol

An anthracene derivative applied to the skin for psoriasis: it is the synthetic version of chrysarobin, the active principle of Goa powder, and its effect on psoriasis was discovered by Galewsky in 1916. This family brings together the active ingredient and pharmacopoeial impurities.

Did you know?Goa powder comes from the Brazilian tree Andira araroba: it is named after the Indian region of Goa, where it arrived around 1852.

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DithranolActive ingredientDithranolCat. No. P-D157-001CAS 1143-38-0

EDQM standards 3

The official European Pharmacopoeia standards for this family.

Reference substanceDithranol CRSEDQM code D2953000Family Dithranol

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