Benzoic Acid

Also known as: Benzenmethanoic acid, Carboxybenzene

Drug #1601

Benzoic Acid is a topical antibacterial and antifugal agent. The antimicrobial activity is pH dependent, and it becomes relatively inactive above a pH of about 5.

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Primary Characteristics

Benzoic Acid is also known as Benzenmethanoic acid, Carboxybenzene.

It is of Synthetic origin.

Molecular Weight: 122.1 · pK_a: 4.21 · Solubility in Water: soluble · Solubility in Alcohol: 1 in 3 · Non-proprietary name: Benzoic Acid · pH: 2.8.

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Benzoic Acid is primarily indicated in conditions like Athelets foot.

Benzoic Acid is also indicated for secondary conditions like Ringworm.

Contraindications

Benzoic Acid is contraindicated in conditions like Allergy, Myasthenia gravis, Ulcerative colitis, Angle-closure glaucoma, Kidney infection.

Dosage

None recorded.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Benzoic Acid in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Blurred vision , Irregular heart beat, Erythema multiforme, Hives.

Benzoic Acid is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Dry mouth, Flushing, Nausea and vomiting.

Warnings / Precautions

The acid can be irritant to skin, eyes and mucous membrane. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid dust cloud in presence of an ignition source. Maintain adequate ventilation. Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing. Use chemical safety goggles and/or full face shield where dusting or splashing of solutions is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.

Available Brands

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Multi-Ingredient Combinations

Mouth Wash

0.1 %w/v

Oint

4.8 %w/w

Storage Conditions

Benzoic Acid should be stored Ointment.

Drug Classification

1.6.3 — Antifungal drugs

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Benzoic Acid in Pakistan:

Festel Remington