Acrisorcin

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Acrisorcin
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9-Aminoacridine Antiseptic
4-Hexylresorcinol Antiseptic
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Acrisorcin is a topical anti-infective typically used as a fungicide. [1] It is a combination of the active ingredients 9-aminoacridine and 4-hexylresorcinol. [2]

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History

Acrisorcin was marketed as a cream under the trade name Akrinol, which has since been discontinued. It was developed at Indiana State University in 1961. [3]

Indications

Acrisorcin was used to combat pityriasis versicolor. [3]

References

  1. ↑ "Acrisorcin". PubChem. U.S. National Library of Medicine. Retrieved 2019-03-26.
  2. ↑ "Acrisorcin - Substance Information". European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). Retrieved 2019-03-26.
  3. 1 2 "A new agent for the control of tinea versicolor. Acrisorcin (Akrinol)". JAMA. 196 (11): 1010. June 1966. doi:10.1001/jama.1966.03100240144035. PMID   5952419.


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