Lauromacrogol 400: Indication, Dosage, Side Effect, Precaution

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Generic Medicine Info

Indications and Dosage

Mouth/Throat
Mouth lesions

Adult: As dental preparation containing deproteinised calf's blood extract 5% and polidocanol 1%: Apply to lesions 3-5 times daily after drying the area with gauze or cotton. Do not rub in the paste.

Adverse Reactions

Topical application may cause allergic skin reactions.

Pregnancy Category (US FDA)

IV: C

Action

Description: Lauromacrogol 400 or polidocanol is a mixture of monolauril ethers of macrogols. It has been used as a sclerosant in the treatment of oesophageal and gastric varices and varicose veins. In topical preparations, it is used as a local anaesthetic and has antipruritic properties.

MIMS Class

Preparations for Oral Ulceration & Inflammation

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