Nifurpirinol

Products

Nifurpirinol is commercially available in tablet form. It has been approved in many countries since 2003.

Structure and properties

Nifurpirinol (C12H10N2O4, Mr = 246.2 g/mol) is a nitrated furan and pyridine derivative.

Effects

Nifurpirinol (ATCvet QJ01XE) has antibacterial properties.

Indications

In ornamental fish in ponds or freshwater and saltwater aquariums to treat bacterial infections.