Calcium Undecylenate
Caldesene is a topical depilatory agent used for hair removal, primarily on the body. It contains calcium thioglycollate, which works by breaking down the protein structure of hair, allowing it to be wiped away from the skin surface.
Caldesene is a topical medication used to remove unwanted body hair by breaking down hair protein.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 631232
- Generic
- Caldesene
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Caldesene is used for temporary removal of unwanted body hair. It may also be used for certain skin conditions where removal of dead skin cells (keratolytic effect) is beneficial, such as calluses and rough skin patches.
The active ingredient calcium thioglycollate is an alkaline compound that breaks down the disulfide bonds in keratin, the protein that makes up hair and dead skin cells. This weakens the hair structure, allowing it to be easily wiped or washed away from the skin surface.
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and broken or irritated skin. A patch test is recommended before first use to check for skin sensitivity or allergic reactions. Do not use on facial hair, eyebrows, or scalp. Follow package directions carefully regarding application time to avoid skin irritation or chemical burns.
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