Title: Iopydone
CAS Registry Number: 5579-93-1
CAS Name: 3,5-Diiodo-4(1H)-pyridinone
Molecular Formula: C5H3I2NO
Molecular Weight: 346.89
Percent Composition: C 17.31%, H 0.87%, I 73.17%, N 4.04%, O 4.61%
Literature References: Prepn: Dohrn, Diedrich, Ann. 494, 284 (1932).
Properties: Crystals, dec 321°. Practically insol in ordinary solvents. Sol in caustic alkalies.
Therap-Cat: Diagnostic aid (radiopaque medium-bronchographic).
Keywords: Diagnostic Aid (Radiopaque Medium).
Status: This monograph has been retired and is no longer subject to revision or update.