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Formaldehyde

Generic Name
Formaldehyde
Brand Names
Forma-ray, Formadon
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
CH2O
CAS Number
50-00-0
Unique Ingredient Identifier
1HG84L3525

Overview

A highly reactive aldehyde gas formed by oxidation or incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons. In solution, it has a wide range of uses: in the manufacture of resins and textiles, as a disinfectant, and as a laboratory fixative or preservative. Formaldehyde solution (formalin) is considered a hazardous compound, and its vapor toxic. (From Reynolds, Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p717)

Indication

Use for drying skin before or after surgical removal of warts or where dryness is required.

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Deseret Biologicals, Inc.
43742-1312
ORAL
12 [hp_X] in 1 mL
5/27/2025
Dr. Donna Restivo DC
62185-0062
ORAL
12 [hp_X] in 1 mL
5/23/2025
Dr. Donna Restivo DC
62185-0065
ORAL
30 [hp_X] in 1 mL
5/23/2025

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