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Benzyl benzoate

Generic Name
Benzyl benzoate
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C14H12O2
CAS Number
120-51-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
N863NB338G

Overview

Benzyl benzoate is one of the older preparations used to treat scabies. Scabies is a skin infection caused by the mite sarcoptes scabiei. It is characterised by severe itching (particularly at night), red spots, and may lead to a secondary infection. Benzyl benzoate is lethal to this mite and so is useful in the treatment of scabies. It is also used to treat lice infestation of the head and body. Benzyl benzoate is not the treatment of choice for scabies due to its irritant properties.

Indication

Used to kill lice and the mites responsible for the skin condition scabies.

Associated Conditions

  • Lice Infestations
  • Scabies

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HSA Drug Approvals

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BENZYL BENZOATE APPLICATION BP 25% w/v
SIN06735P
EMULSION
25% w/v
12/13/1991

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PPB Drug Approvals

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ACADEM EMULSION 25% EXTERNAL
N/A
N/A
N/A
3/30/1985
ANTISCABIO EMULSION 25% EXTERNAL
N/A
N/A
N/A
3/30/1985

TGA Drug Approvals

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MCGLOIN'S BENZEMUL benzyl benzoate 250mg/mL application bottle
11491
McGloins Pty Ltd
Medicine
A
8/13/1991
Anusol Ointment
14662
Medicine
A
9/20/1991
Anusol Suppositories strip pack
14663
Medicine
A
9/20/1991

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