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PROPINE® contains dipivefrin hydrochloride in a sterile, isotonic solution. Dipivefrin HCl is a white, crystalline powder, freely soluble in water.

Empirical Formula:   C 19 H 29 O 5 N · HCl

Chemical Structure:

Chemical Name: (±)-3,4-Dihydroxy-(alpha)-[(methylamino)methyl]benzyl alcohol 3,4-dipivalate hydrochloride.

Contains:

Active: dipivefrin HCl* 0.1%

Preservative: benzalkonium chloride

Inactives: edetate disodium; sodium chloride; hydrochloric acid to adjust pH; and purified water.

*Licensed under U.S. Patent Nos. 3,839,584 and 3,809,714.

Brand Name: Propine
Generic Name: Dipivefrin

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