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Purification of X-ray contrast agents

US9938233B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 19, 2013
Grant dateApr 10, 2018
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Expiry dateJul 5, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K49/0447
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to a process for purification of iodinated X-ray contrast agents and in particular to purification of crude dimeric contrast agents, such as Iodixanol and Ioforminol. More particularly, the invention relates to purification of such X-ray contrast agents using membrane technology to remove monomeric impurities.

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