Overview
Potassium alum is considered by the FDA as a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) substance. It is an inorganic salt, also called potassium aluminum sulfate with a formula of AlK(SO4)2 that is predominantly produced in the dodecahydrate form (AlK(SO4)2 * 12H2O). Potassium alum is formed by large, transparent crystals that are used in different products like food or drugs as a buffer, neutralizing or forming agent.
Indication
Potassium alum is considered safe by the FDA and its use is in homepathic or OTC products. Due to its presence in several different drugs, the main indications for the use of potassium alum are: -Constipation -Cosmetic or drug astringent, helping the shrinkage of tissues and the dry of secretions -Oral health care drug -Part of formulation in cleansing products, skin-care products, mosturizers, face powders and deodorants -Antiperspirant -Antifungal
Associated Conditions
No associated conditions information available.
Clinical Trials
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FDA Drug Approvals
Approved Product | Manufacturer | NDC Code | Route | Strength | Effective Date |
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| BM Private Limited | 85816-1025 | ORAL | 6 [hp_X] in 60 mg | 6/20/2025 | |
| Bestmade Natural Products | 82969-1025 | ORAL | 6 [hp_X] in 6 [hp_X] | 5/26/2025 |
EMA Drug Approvals
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HSA Drug Approvals
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NMPA Drug Approvals
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PPB Drug Approvals
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TGA Drug Approvals
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Health Canada Drug Approvals
Approved Product | Company | DIN | Dosage Form | Strength | Market Date |
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| ALUMEN | homeocan inc. | 02233879 | Granules
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Globules
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Drops - Oral | 3 X | 1/24/1998 |
| ALUMEN CRUDUM GRAN AND GLOB 3CH-30CH | dolisos laboratoires s.a. | 00792047 | Tablet - Oral | 3 CH / CH | 12/31/1988 |
| GINGIYARN W ALUM POT SULF NO2 0.8MG/2.5CM | van r dental products inc. | 00572667 | Cord - Dental | .8 MG / 2.5 CM | 12/31/1981 |
| GINGIBRAID W EPINEPH AND ALUM 1E | van r dental products inc. | 00572608 | Cord - Dental | 0.25 MG / 2.5 CM | 12/31/1981 |
| SULPAK R 26 | north pacific dental inc. | 00551260 | Cord - Dental | .68 MG / CM | 12/31/1981 |
| SULPAK R 25 | north pacific dental inc. | 00551252 | Cord - Dental | .244 MG / CM | 12/31/1981 |
| HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE (S NO. 253) DPS 30C | total health centre | 02077019 | Drops - Oral | 30 C / ML | 12/31/1994 |
| ALUMEN CRUDUM | dolisos canada inc. | 02234295 | Liquid
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Granules
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Globules - Oral | 3 X | 1/5/1998 |
| GINGICORD W EPINEPH AND ALUM SIZE NO 3 | van r dental products inc. | 00572713 | Cord - Dental | .95 MG / 2.5 CM | 12/31/1981 |
| ALUM POWDERED | dawson traders ltd. | 00328049 | Powder - Oral | null NIL / NIL | 12/31/1977 |
CIMA AEMPS Drug Approvals
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Philippines FDA Drug Approvals
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Saudi SFDA Drug Approvals
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Malaysia NPRA Drug Approvals
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UK EMC Drug Information
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