Deoxycholic acid
- Generic Name
- Deoxycholic acid
- Brand Names
- Belkyra, Kybella
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C24H40O4
- CAS Number
- 83-44-3
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 005990WHZZ
- Background
Deoxycholic acid is a a bile acid which emulsifies and solubilizes dietary fats in the intestine, and when injected subcutaneously, it disrupts cell membranes in adipocytes and destroys fat cells in that tissue. In April 2015, deoxycholic acid was approved by the FDA for the treatment submental fat to improve aesthetic appearance and reduce facial fullness o...
- Indication
For improvement in appearance of moderate to severe fullness associated with submental fat in adults.
- Associated Conditions
- -
- Associated Therapies
- Submental fat removal therapy
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