Dichlorophene

Products

Dichlorophen is commercially available as an ointment in combination with chlorhexidine acetate as a veterinary drug. It has been approved in many countries since 1980.

Structure and properties

Dichlorophene (C13H10Cl2O2, Mr = 269.1 g/mol) is a hydroxylated and chlorinated diphenylmethane.

Effects

Dichlorophene (ATCvet P02DX02) has antihelminthic, antibacterial, and antifungal properties.

Indications

Fungal diseases of the skin in dogs and cats with or without additional bacterial infection.