Potassium Hydroxide

Drug #1964

Potassium hydroxide is a caustic white solid, KOH, used as a bleach and in the manufacture of soaps, dyes, alkaline batteries, and many potassium compounds. Also called caustic potash, lye; Also called potash.

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Primary Characteristics

Non-proprietary name: Potassium Hydroxide.

Molecular structure of Potassium Hydroxide

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Potassium Hydroxide is primarily indicated in conditions like Aids in the detection of dematophyte infections, Visualization of fungal structures.

Contraindications

Potassium Hydroxide is contraindicated in conditions like Renal impairment.

Dosage

None recorded.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Potassium Hydroxide is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Blistering, Burns, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Vomiting .

Warnings / Precautions

If the chemical is on the skin or in the eyes, flush with lots of water for at least 15 minutes. If the chemical was swallowed, immediately give the person water or milk, unless instructed otherwise by a health care provider. f the person breathed in the poison, immediately move him or her to fresh air.

Available Brands

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Multi-Ingredient Combinations

Inf

0.62 g/1000ml 1.4 g/1000ml

Liquid

500 ml

Drug Classification

1.15 — Disinfectants and antiseptics

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Potassium Hydroxide in Pakistan:

B.Braun Lisko