Parachlorometaxylenol
Parachlorometaxylenol is a disinfectant. Parachlorometaxylenol is used as topical antiseptic in the treatment of minor burns, acne, seborrhea, and in the treatment of athelet's foot.
Primary Characteristics
It is of Synthetic origin.
Molecular Weight: 156.6 · Solubility in Water: slightly · Solubility in Alcohol: freely · Non-proprietary name: Parachlorometaxylenol.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Parachlorometaxylenol is primarily indicated in conditions like Acne, Antiseptic, Burns, Disinfection of wounds, burns and skin, Seborroeic conditions.
Parachlorometaxylenol is also indicated for secondary conditions like Dandruff.
Contraindications
Parachlorometaxylenol is contraindicated in conditions like Broken skin.
Dosage
Parachlorometaxylenol's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 0.75 % | 0.75 % | — | Topical | |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Parachlorometaxylenol is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Poisoning, Skin sensitization.
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
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Multi-Ingredient Combinations
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.15 — Disinfectants and antiseptics
Manufacturers
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