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Tuberculin purified protein derivative

Generic Name
Tuberculin purified protein derivative
Brand Names
Aplisol, Tubersol
Drug Type
Biotech
CAS Number
92129-86-7
Unique Ingredient Identifier
I7L8FKN87J

Overview

Tuberculin Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) is a sterile aqueous solution of a purified protein fraction for intradermal administration as an aid in the diagnosis of tuberculosis. The diagnostic test is commonly referred to as the Mantoux test which serves to minimize the risk of transmission of infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis through early diagnosis and appropriate therapeutic intervention. The purified protein fraction is isolated from culture media filtrates of a human strain of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is included in the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines.

Background

Tuberculin Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) is a sterile aqueous solution of a purified protein fraction for intradermal administration as an aid in the diagnosis of tuberculosis. The diagnostic test is commonly referred to as the Mantoux test which serves to minimize the risk of transmission of infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis through early diagnosis and appropriate therapeutic intervention. The purified protein fraction is isolated from culture media filtrates of a human strain of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is included in the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines.

Indication

Indicated as a diagnostic agent in Mantoux Test used to detect infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Associated Conditions

  • Tuberculosis (TB)

FDA Approved Products

Product Name
Manufacturer
Route
Strength
Approved
NDC Code
INTRADERMAL
5 [iU] in 0.1 mL
2021/11/09
50090-0261
INTRADERMAL
5 [iU] in 0.1 mL
2021/11/09
50090-1668
INTRADERMAL
5 [iU] in 0.1 mL
2024/01/25
49281-752
INTRADERMAL
5 [iU] in 0.1 mL
2017/11/01
50090-1336
INTRADERMAL
5 [iU] in 0.1 mL
2017/11/01
42023-104
INTRADERMAL
5 [iU] in 0.1 mL
2013/05/22
54868-2972
TYA Pharmaceuticals
INTRADERMAL
5 [iU] in 0.1 mL
2015/07/09
64725-0104
SUBLINGUAL
30 [hp_X] in 1 mL
2025/05/15
63479-1412
SUBLINGUAL
30 [hp_X] in 1 mL
2025/04/22
63479-1412

EMA Approved Products

Medicine Name
EMA Number
Auth. Holder
Country
Drug Type
Status
Issued
Opinion
Revision

No EMA products found

No EMA products found for this drug

HSA Approved Products

Product Name
Manufacturer
Dosage Form
Strength
Approved
Approval No.
INJECTION
0.4 mcg/ml
1998/08/19
SIN09944P
INJECTION
10 mcg/0.5 ml
2003/05/07
SIN12288P

NMPA Approved Products

Product Name
Approval No.
Manufacturer
Dosage Form
Trade Name
Strength
Type
Status
Date
Import
国药准字S10960017
注射剂
N/A
50IU/ml.2ml/支
Biologics
Approved
2021/06/04
Domestic
国药准字S10960016
注射剂
N/A
50IU/ml.1ml/支
Biologics
Approved
2021/06/04
Domestic
国药准字S10960018
注射剂
N/A
20IU/ml.1ml/支
Biologics
Approved
2020/10/30
Domestic

PPB Approved Products

Product Name
Registration Code
Company
Category
Sale Type
Reg. Date

No PPB products found

No PPB products found for this drug

TGA Approved Products

Product Name
ARTG ID
Sponsor
Status
Reg. Date
Ingredient
28624
Active
1991/11/04
Tuberculin PPD
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