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Hypochlorite

Generic Name
Hypochlorite
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
ClO
CAS Number
14380-61-1
Unique Ingredient Identifier
T5UM7HB19N

Overview

Hypochlorite is an ion composed of chlorine and oxygen with the chemical formula ClO−. Being unstable in the pure form, hypochlorite is most commonly used for bleaching, disinfectation, and water treatment purposes in its salt form, sodium hypochlorite. Hypochlorite is often used as a chemical reagent for chlorination and oxidation reactions.

Indication

Indicated for over-the-counter use as a disinfectant agent in the sodium hypochlorite form.

Associated Conditions

No associated conditions information available.

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Health Canada Drug Approvals

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EXSEPT (0.114%)
alcavis hdc llc
02245790
Liquid - Topical
0.114 %
5/1/2002
R 77 DPS
dr reckeweg canada
02095645
Drops - Oral
2 D / ML
12/31/1994
DAKIN'S SOLUTION 0.5% MODIFIED
century pharmaceuticals inc.
00658529
Solution - Topical
5 G / L
12/31/1986
EXSEPT
alcavis hdc llc
02245530
Liquid - Topical
0.057 %
5/1/2002

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