Formaldehyde (Solution)

Drug #325

Formaldehyde (Solution) used topically for the treatment of warts.

Primary Characteristics

It is of Synthetic origin.

It belongs to Dermatological-Caustic pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action. It is also classified under Dermatological Products .

Molecular Weight: 433.4 · Solubility in Water: soluble · Non-proprietary name: Fulvastatin sodium.

Molecular structure of Formaldehyde (Solution)

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Formaldehyde (Solution) is primarily indicated in conditions like Hypercholesterolaemia, Hyperlipidaemias.

Contraindications

Formaldehyde (Solution) is contraindicated in conditions like Hepatic dysfunction, Pregnancy.

Dosage

Formaldehyde (Solution)'s dosage details are as follows:

Dose	Single Dose	Frequency	Route	Instructions
Adult Dosage
3 %	3 %	—	Topical	As Required
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
3 %	3 %	—	Topical	As Required
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Formaldehyde (Solution) in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Myopathy , Angioedema , Anaphylaxis .

The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Formaldehyde (Solution) are Pancreatitis, Hepatitis.

Formaldehyde (Solution) is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Blurred vision, Dizziness, Headache, Skin rash.

Warnings / Precautions

Avoid during pregnancy. It should be discontinued if there is marked increase in serum aminotransferases.

Interference in Pathology

Formaldehyde (Solution) may interfere in the diagnosis of None well documented.

Available Brands

None recorded.

Storage Conditions

Formaldehyde (Solution) should be stored Liq.

Drug Classification

1.15 — Disinfectants and antiseptics