Nitrofurazone
- Generic Name
- Nitrofurazone
- Brand Names
- -
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C6H6N4O4
- CAS Number
- 59-87-0
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- X8XI70B5Z6
- Background
Nitrofural or nitrofurazone is a topical anti-infective agent effective against gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It is used for superficial wounds, burns, ulcers, and skin infections. Nitrofural has also been administered orally in the treatment of trypanosomiasis.
Except for topical drug products formulated for dermatologic application, the FDA withdrew its approval for the use of drug products containing nitrofurazone.
- Indication
For the treatment of bacterial skin infections including pyodermas, infected dermatoses and infections of cuts, wounds, burns and ulcers due to susceptible organisms.
- Associated Conditions
- Skin Infections
- Associated Therapies
- -
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