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.