Products
In many countries, medicines containing hexachlorophene are no longer registered.
Structure and properties
Hexachlorophene (C13H6Cl6O2, Mr = 406.9 g/mol) is a lipophilic chlorinated bisphenol.
Effects
Hexachlorophene (ATC D08AE01) has antiseptic properties.
Indications for use
Hexachlorophene has been used to treat skin diseases and as a disinfectant. Because of the possible adverse effects when absorbed into the body, it is rarely used today.