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Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
Diacerein (CAS 13739-02-1) is a synthetic anthraquinone derivative used as an anti-inflammatory and chondroprotective agent. Its core industrial process involves the acetylation of rhein, followed by specific esterification to ensure high purity for pharmaceutical synthesis.
Strictly contraindicated for patients with bowel disorders or severe liver impairment. Storage requires sealed containers at temperatures below 25°C in dry conditions to prevent hydrolysis.