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Phenoxethol (phenoxyethanol)

FDA-approved active Quality 15/100

Phenoxethol, also known as phenoxyethanol, is a small molecule antiseptic preparation. It is used to treat various skin and mucous membrane infections. The commercial status of phenoxethol is not explicitly stated, but it is likely available as a generic product. Key safety considerations include potential skin irritation and allergic reactions. As an antiseptic, phenoxethol works by disrupting the cell membranes of microorganisms, ultimately leading to their death.

At a glance

Generic namephenoxyethanol
Drug classphenoxyethanol
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease
PhaseFDA-approved

Approved indications

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

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