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Bal in Oil Ampules

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BAL in Oil Ampules
(dimercarprol injection, USP)

DRUG DESCRIPTION

BAL (2, 3-dimercapto-1-propanol) 10%, Benzyl Benzoate 20%, in Peanut Oil

C3H8OS2                Molecular Weight 124.22

Dimercaprol Injection USP is a colorless or almost colorless liquid chelating agent having a disagreeable, mercaptan-like odor. Each 1 mL sterile BAL in Oil (Dimercaprol Injection USP) contains: 100 mg Dimercaprol in 200 mg Benzyl Benzoate and 700 mg Peanut Oil.

Last reviewed on RxList: 5/22/2007
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.

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