FIELD: chemistry.SUBSTANCE: invention relates to a novel physiologically active compound of formula (1), specifically bis(4,5-oxymethyl-2-methyl-3-oxy)pyridinium salt of 2-nitroxybutane-1,4-diiodic acid and a method for production thereof.EFFECT: compound 1 can be used in cosmetology and pharmacology as a promising antioxidant and wound healing agent.2 cl, 8 ex