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Phisohex Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Hexachlorophene 3%; emulsion.
Pharmacological Class
Antimicrobial.
How Supplied
Emulsion—5 oz, pt, gal
Manufacturer
Phisohex Indications
Indications
Surgical scrub and bacteriostatic skin cleanser.
Phisohex Dosage and Administration
Adult
See literature.
Children
Infants: not recommended. Others: see literature.
Phisohex Contraindications
Contraindications
Burns. Denuded skin. Do not use as an occlusive dressing, wet pack or lotion or on mucous membranes. Do not get into eyes. Routine prophylactic total body bathing. Generalized dermatological conditions.
Phisohex Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Phisohex Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Rinse thoroughly after use (esp. scrotum and perineum). If cerebral irritability occurs, discontinue use immediately. Infants and young children. Pregnancy (Cat. C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Phisohex Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Phisohex Interactions
Not Applicable
Phisohex Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Dermatitis, irritability, photosensitivity, redness, mild scaling and dryness of skin. Severe toxic reactions (brain damage and death) via skin absorption in infants and young children.
Phisohex Clinical Trials
See Literature
Phisohex Note
Not Applicable
Phisohex Patient Counseling
See Literature
