Dextromethorphan is one of the common cough suppressants used in many drug composition. It is in tablets and syrups as an antitussive drug. Composition often has preservatives like parabens. Dextromethorphan is a hydrophobic, basic drug which is used as a bromide salt in drug compositions. Dextromethorphan and two parabens (methyl paraben and propyl paraben) were separated on Primesep C reversed-phase cation-exchange column. Several impurities were observed and are well separated from the main components of the drug composition. Method can be used for various formulations in QC and production environment.
| Column | Primesep C, 4.6×150 mm, 5 µm, 100A |
| Mobile Phase | MeCN/H2O – 35/65% |
| Buffer | TEAPh |
| Flow Rate | 1.0 ml/min |
| Detection | UV, 210 nm |
| Class of Compounds |
Drug, Preservatives, Base, Hydrophobic, Ionizable |
| Analyzing Compounds | Dextromethorphan, Bromide, Methyl Paraben, Propyl Paraben |
Application Column
Primesep C
The Primesep family of mixed-mode columns offers a wide variety of stationary phases, boasting unprecedented selectivity in the separation of a broad array of chemical compounds across multiple applications. Corresponding Primesep guard columns, available with all stationary phases, do not require holders. SIELC provides a method development service available to all customers. Inquire about our specially-tailored custom LC-phases for specific separations.
Select optionsDextromethorphan
Methylparaben
Propylparaben
