Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate
Also known as: Methylparaben
Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate is used as a preservative in pharmeceutical preparations, and also used for food preservation and for treating skin infections.
Primary Characteristics
Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate is also known as Methylparaben.
Solubility in Water: slightly · Solubility in Alcohol: freely soluble · Non-proprietary name: Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate is primarily indicated in conditions like Skin infections.
Contraindications
Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate is contraindicated in conditions like Pregnancy, Neonates, Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Dosage
Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 0.25 % | 0.25 % | — | Use as a preservative in pharmaceutical preaparetions. | |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Bronchospasm, Dermatitis, Urticaria.
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
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Single Ingredient
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.13.12 — Other dermatologicals
Manufacturers
Manufacturers of Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate in Pakistan: