Formulation: A solid
Formal Name: 21-(acetyloxy)-6α,9-difluoro-11β-hydroxy-17-(1-oxobutoxy)-pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione
Purity: ≥98%
Formula Markup: C27H34F2O7
Formula Weight: 508,6
Shelf life (days): 1460
CAS Number: 23674-86-4
Notes: Difluprednate is a synthetic glucocorticoid that potently activates the glucocorticoid receptor (Ki = 78 pM).{41345} In vivo, ocular administration of difluprednate (0.05% w/v) increases intraocular pressure in sheep.{41346} Formulations containing difluprednate have been used to treat diabetic macular edema and inflammation following cataract surgery.