Boric acid
- Generic Name
- Boric acid
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- BH3O3
- CAS Number
- 10043-35-3
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- R57ZHV85D4
Overview
Boric acid, also known as hydrogen borate, is a weak monobasic Lewis acid of boron with the chemical formula H3BO3. Boric acid is typically utilized in industrial processing and manufacturing, but is also used as an additive in pharmaceutical products, cosmetics, lotions, soaps, mouthwash, toothpaste, astringents, and eyewashes . It is known to exhibit some antibacterial activity against infections such as bacterial vaginosis and candidiasis .
Background
Boric acid, also known as hydrogen borate, is a weak monobasic Lewis acid of boron with the chemical formula H3BO3. Boric acid is typically utilized in industrial processing and manufacturing, but is also used as an additive in pharmaceutical products, cosmetics, lotions, soaps, mouthwash, toothpaste, astringents, and eyewashes . It is known to exhibit some antibacterial activity against infections such as bacterial vaginosis and candidiasis .
Indication
No FDA- or EMA-approved therapeutic indications on its own.
Associated Conditions
- Acne
- Asthenopia
- Fungal skin infection
- Ocular Irritation
- Eye discomfort
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