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The decomposition of thiazolidine-4-carboxylic acid (TCA) and its aque
ous solutions have been investigated after the action of elevated temp
erature and ultra-violet radiation. Simultaneously the tablets of Hepa
regene have been subjected to accelerated ageing at elevated temperatu
re. Optimum conditions for the separation of decomposition products by
thin-layer chromatography have been elaborated. Five decomposition pr
oducts have been isolated chromatographically; they have been identifi
ed. The mechanism of the decomposition of TCA has been determined.