Products
Dichlorobenzyl alcohol is commercially available in the form of lozenges, as a solution, and as a spray (e.g., Lidazone, Strepsils) See under Amylmetacresol and Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol.
Structure and properties
Dichlorobenzyl alcohol (C7H6Cl2O, Mr = 177.0 g/mol) is a doubly chlorinated benzyl alcohol.
Effect
Dichlorobenzyl alcohol (ATC R02AA03) is antiseptic.
Indications
As a disinfectant, e.g., for sore throats.
