Kaolin
- Generic Name
- Kaolin
- Brand Names
- Gold Bond Baby Cornstarch Plus
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- Al2H4O9Si2
- CAS Number
- 1332-58-7
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 24H4NWX5CO
Overview
Kaolin is a layered silicate mineral. Kaolin is used in ceramics, medicine, coated paper, as a food additive, in toothpaste, as a light diffusing material in white incandescent light bulbs, and in cosmetics. Until the early 1990s it was the active substance of anti-diarrhoea medicine Kaopectate.
Background
Kaolin is a layered silicate mineral. Kaolin is used in ceramics, medicine, coated paper, as a food additive, in toothpaste, as a light diffusing material in white incandescent light bulbs, and in cosmetics. Until the early 1990s it was the active substance of anti-diarrhoea medicine Kaopectate.
Indication
Used for upset stomach and diarrhea, a traditional medicine used in China, South America and Africa. Kaolin is also used to treat AIDs-related diarrhea. Kaolin based bandages are also under investigation.
Associated Conditions
- Diaper Rash
- Diarrhea
- Diarrhea (Dysentery)
- Enteritis infectious
- Gastric Ulcer
- Loose bowel movements
- Stomach pains caused by Gastric Acid
Clinical Trials
Title | Posted | Study ID | Phase | Status | Sponsor |
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No clinical trials found
No clinical trials found for this drug
FDA Approved Products
Product Name | Manufacturer | Route | Strength | Approved | NDC Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ORAL | 208.1 g in 1 L | 2025/05/12 | 30798-630 |
EMA Approved Products
Medicine Name | EMA Number | Auth. Holder | Country | Drug Type | Status | Issued | Opinion | Revision |
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No EMA products found
No EMA products found for this drug
HSA Approved Products
Product Name | Manufacturer | Dosage Form | Strength | Approved | Approval No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SUSPENSION | 6000mg/30ml | 1991/05/23 | SIN06076P | ||
SUSPENSION | 20% w/v | 1996/07/03 | SIN08787P | ||
SUSPENSION | 1 g/5 ml | 1991/08/19 | SIN06496P |
NMPA Approved Products
Product Name | Approval No. | Manufacturer | Dosage Form | Trade Name | Strength | Type | Status | Date | Import |
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No NMPA products found
No NMPA products found for this drug
PPB Approved Products
Product Name | Registration Code | Company | Category | Sale Type | Reg. Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
HK-07689 | Non-Poison | OTC | 1979/07/03 |
TGA Approved Products
Product Name | ARTG ID | Sponsor | Status | Reg. Date | Ingredient |
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No TGA products found
No TGA products found for this drug