Dequalinium Chloride
Dequalinium Chloride is a topical antiseptic and antimicrobial agent belonging to the quaternary ammonium compound family. It is primarily used to treat minor skin infections, wounds, and in some regions, vaginal infections such as bacterial vaginosis. The medication works by disrupting bacterial cell membranes, leading to bacterial cell death.
A topical antiseptic agent used for minor skin and vaginal infections that works by destroying bacterial cell membranes.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 3120
- Generic
- Dequalinium Chloride
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Topical treatment of minor skin wounds, cuts, and abrasions; mouth infections such as gingivitis and mouth ulcers; and vaginal infections including bacterial vaginosis in some countries.
As a quaternary ammonium compound, Dequalinium Chloride works by disrupting the cell membranes of bacteria and fungi, causing cellular contents to leak and resulting in microbial death.
For topical use only; avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Not recommended for use on large areas of burned or broken skin. Pregnant women should consult a healthcare provider before use, particularly for vaginal applications.
Official drug label
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