Aluminum Potassium Sulfate / Phenol
Aluminum Potassium Sulfate / Phenol is a topical medication combining an astringent with an antiseptic agent. It is commonly used to treat mouth ulcers, canker sores, and minor oral lesions, as well as in certain otolaryngology procedures for tissue cauterization. This combination helps reduce inflammation, disinfects affected areas, and promotes healing of irritated mucous membranes.
A topical astringent-antiseptic medication used to treat mouth ulcers and perform minor tissue cauterization.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1008483
- Generic
- Aluminum Potassium Sulfate / Phenol
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treats recurrent aphthous ulcers (canker sores), minor oral mucosal lesions, and is used for chemical cauterization in ENT procedures such as控制鼻出血 and removal of certain oral lesions.
Aluminum potassium sulfate acts as an astringent that shrinks tissue and reduces secretions by precipitating proteins. Phenol provides antiseptic and caustic properties that help disinfect the area and remove affected tissue, allowing healthy tissue to regenerate.
For topical/oral mucosal use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Should not be ingested in significant amounts. Use with caution in patients with known sensitivity to aluminum or phenol. Application may cause temporary burning or stinging sensation. Not recommended for large areas of broken skin.
Official drug label
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