Cetylpyridinium Chloride home ICD10: L23.9

Cetylpyridinium Chloride

Formula CAS
C21H38ClN 123-03-5



Background
Cetylpyridinium Chloride is a topical anti-infective.

Synonyms
Cetylpyridinium Chloride
1-Hexadecylpyridinium chloride
Ceepryn
Cepacol
Cetamium
Dobendan
Medilave
Merocet
Pristacin
Pyrisept

Uses
Topical antispeptic and disinfectant
Latex gloves

Cross-Reactions

Unusual Reactions

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Referenties
1. Castelain M, Castelain PY. Allergic contact dermatitis from cetyl pyridinium chloride in latex gloves. Contact Dermatitis 1993;28(2):118.


Author(s):
Allergology: background information on allergens.

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