Quantitative determinations indicated that Campetrodin contained approximately 0.03 per cent. of free iodin and 1.3 per cent. of iodin in combination with the fatty oil. Campetrodin No. 2, Double Strength, contained approximately 0.03 per cent. free iodin and 2 per cent. of iodin in combination with the fatty oil.
Thus, contrary to the published statements, Campetrodin is not a preparation of free (elementary) iodin and Campetrodin No. 2, Double Strength, does not contain twice as much iodin as Campetrodin.
The report of the Chemical Laboratory shows that the statements made in regard to the composition of Campetrodin and Campetrodin No. 2 are incomplete in some respects and false in others. In view of the Laboratory’s findings it appears superfluous to inquire into the therapeutic claims made for the preparations: It is evident, however, that a solution containing practically no free iodin is not, as claimed by the Robins Company, “adapted for use wherever ... iodin is indicated externally....”
It is recommended that Campetrodin and Campetrodin No. 2 be declared inadmissible to New and Nonofficial Remedies because of false statements as to chemical composition and therapeutic action, constituting conflicts with Rules 1 and 6.
The Council adopted the recommendation of the referee and authorized publication of this report.—(From The Journal A. M. A., Sept. 21, 1918.)
CARMINZYM
Report of the Council on Pharmacy and Chemistry
The Council has authorized publication of the following which explains why Carminzym was not accepted for New and Nonofficial Remedies.
W. A. Puckner, Secretary.