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Triclosan

Drug #1632

Triclosan is a chlorinated bisphenol antiseptic, it is effective against gram positive and most gram negative bacterias. It is also active against fungi. It is an ingredient of many soaps, creams and solutions meant for the disinfection of skin and wounds.

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Primary Characteristics

It is of Synthetic origin.

Molecular Weight: 289.5 · Solubility in Water: insoluble · Solubility in Alcohol: soluble · Non-proprietary name: Triclosan.

Molecular structure of Triclosan

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

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Indications

Triclosan is primarily indicated in conditions like Acne, Infections, Skin antisepsis.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Dosage

None recorded.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Triclosan is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Dermatitis, Irritation.

Warnings / Precautions

Available Brands

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Single Ingredient

Cream
1 %w/w
Paste
0.3 %w/w

Multi-Ingredient Combinations

Cream
1 %w/w
Liquid
2 %w/w
Mouth Wash
0.05 %w/v
Mouth Wash
0.15 g
Paste
0.3 %w/w

Drug Classification

  1. 1.13.2.1 — Antibacterials, topical
  2. 2.17.8 — Stomatologicals and dentifrices

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Triclosan in Pakistan:

GeofmanGSKHimontNeo NexusPlatinumSaia