Brilliant Green / Gentian Violet
Brilliant Green and Gentian Violet are topical antiseptic agents that have been used for decades in medical practice. These synthetic dyes possess broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity against bacteria and fungi, making them useful for various skin and mucosal infections.
Topical antiseptic solution used to treat bacterial and fungal skin infections.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1006988
- Generic
- Brilliant Green / Gentian Violet
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used for treating superficial skin infections, minor wounds, burns, and ulcers; also applied for fungal infections like oral thrush and skin candidiasis; historically used as a wound antiseptic and for certain dermatological conditions.
These antiseptic dyes work by penetrating microbial cells and disrupting their cellular structures, leading to inhibition of bacterial and fungal growth. They bind to DNA and proteins within microorganisms, preventing their replication.
For topical use only; may stain skin and clothing; avoid application to large areas of broken skin; not typically used in modern Western medicine but remains available in some regions; consult a healthcare provider before use during pregnancy or on children.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 28, 2026. · Read our editorial policy