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)
Background
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.
Associated Conditions
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