Leg Ulcer Series

Trade name of product containing lanolin alcohols obtained from hydrolysis of lanolin. Emulsifier and emollient in cosmetic and pharmaceutical bases, topical drugs, furniture polish, leather, metal corrosion prevention, paper, inks, textiles, furs, cutting oils, waxes. ICU. LANOLIN ALCOHOL

Antibiotic agent used in the treatment or prevention of cutaneous infections, mainly Staphylococcus aureus. Contact dermatitis often associated with treatment of leg ulcers or atopic dermatitis.

Antimicrobial agent in cosmetic and pharmaceutical creams, surgical soaps, anticaries solutions, toothpaste, mouthwash, hand and wound cleansers etc. PA. ICU

Topical quaternary ammonium antiseptic agent in ophthalmic preparations, skin disinfectants, cosmetics, deodorants, mouthwashes, dentifries, sterilization solutions, lozenges, and solutions for contact lenses. In medications for the symptom relief of burns, scalds, cuts and local inflammation of the skin and mouth. Denture discomfort and sore gums are uses for the oral gel. It may be used for infant teething. Wipes are used for irritations around the anus.

This compound is used as a topical anti-infective and as a bactericide for most pathogens commonly causing surface infections. If is also used in the adjunctive therapy of patients with second and third degree burns when bacterial resistance to other agents is a real or potential problem. It is also indicated in skin grafting where bacterial contamination may cause graft rejection and/or donor site infection. It is also an antibacterial agent for the treatment or prevention of infections in a variety of conditions involving skin, eyes, ears, nose and genito-urinary tract. It is used on pyodermas, ulcers and wounds. This chemical affects some protozoa and is an effective prophylaxis against nosocomial infections. It is used as an antiseptic lubricant for transurethral resection. It is also used as an anti-microbial in veterinary medicine. ABCD.

Antibiotic agent effective against gram-positive organisms and spirochetes. In products for topical treatment, ear medications and ophthalmic drugs. Common allergen in leg ulcer treatment. May cause systemic contact type dermatitis.

A combination of cetyl (C16) and stearyl (C18) alcohols 50/50 used as emulsifier and emollient in cosmetic lotions, creams, ointments and pharmaceutical preparations. UCU.

Antioxidant in foods (beverages, gum, ice cream, fruits, cereals), cosmetics, topical medications, animal feeds, petroleum products, jet fuels, rubber, plastics, paints, glues.

Present in eye drops and ointments and for systemic use for infections such as pneumonia, meningitis and infections of the epiglottis (lower throat). As bactericide against the rot of potatoes and other root vegetables.

This compound is a widely-used initiator, curing agent and cross-linking agent in polymerization processes (primarily in the curing of unsaturated polyester resins, production of polystyrene and related resins, styrene poly- mers and other resins). It is an oxidizer used to bleach edible oils, flour, bread and other food. It is used as a catalyst for radical reactions. It is also used as an initiator in dental applications. In medicine, it is used in non-prescription drugs for the treatment of acne; as an antiseptic and local anesthetic in the treatment of burns and ulcers; and as a keratolytic. It is used in the embossing of vinyl flooring, as a food additive, in special fast- drying printing inks for printing on plastic surfaces, in printing pastes, as a fixing agent in light microscopy, as an initiator in systems used to prepare polymers for roof bolting in mines, as a drying agent for unsaturated oils and as a burn-out agent for cellulose acetate in mixed fabrics with viscose, silk or cotton to produce a lace-like appearance. It is also used as an initiator for addition and substitution reactions in organic synthesis. It was formerly used as a bleaching agent for textiles and paper. Keratolytic agent in acne medications. May cause discoloration of the hair and postinflammatory pigmentation and hypopigmentation. ABCD. ICU.

USES: Organic synthesis, especially for polypropylene glycol and polyester resins; antifreeze solutions; solvent for fats, oils, waxes, resins, flavoring extracts, perfumes, colors, softdrink syrups, and antioxidants; cellophane; hygroscopic agent; coolant in refrigeration systems; plasticizers, hydraulic fluids; bactericide; textile conditioners; in foods as a solvent, wetting agent and humectant; emulsifier; feed additive; anticaking agent; preservative (retards mold and fungi); cleansing creams; suntan lotions; pharmaceuticals; brake fluids; deicing fluids for airport runways; substitute for ethylene glycol and glycerol; fermentation inhibitor; as a mist to disinfect air; heat exchangers; as humectant in textiles, tobacco, and pet foods; and in veterinary medicine as a glucogenic (orally) in ruminants.Vehicle in pharmaceutical and cosmetic bases. In food as solvent for colors and flavors. In cooling fluids. UCU

A resinous substance found in beehives (beeglue). Collected by bees from poplar buds. USES: Found in biocosmetics, face creams, ointments, lotions, solutions, varnish, toothpaste, mouthwashes, tablets, chewing gum, etc. Also found in wax for violins. Contains flavonoid aglycones and the main allergen is 1,1-dimethylallyl caffeic acid ester (LB-1). ABCD. PROPOLIS CERA.

USES: This compound is used as an ophthalmic preservative, a topical anti- infective and a topical veterinary antibacterial and antifungal agent. It is also used as a bacteriostat and a fungistat. It is an FDA over-the-counter drug. Preservative in vaccines, antitoxins, skin testing allergens, antiseptics, contact lens solutions, and cosmetic products like eye makeup.

USES: This compound is used as a mold and yeast inhibitor and as a fungistatic agent for foods, especially cheeses. It is used to improve characteristics of drying oils, in alkyd type coatings to improve glass, to improve milling characteristics of cold rubber, in copolymerization, and as an intermediate for plasticizers and lubricants. It is also a cosmetic ingredient and it is used in pharmaceuticals and tobacco products. In adhesives, glues, inks, paints, varnishes, tanning agents, metalworking fluids.

Red dye belonging to the xanthene group. Back in the 1920-30s it was used in high concentrations in lipsticks. Nowadays it is also used as coloring agent in nail polish, wool silk, and paper. It is now approved by the FDA for use in inks, drugs and cosmetics except for eye cosmetics, and as topical low concentrated antiseptics. C.I. 45380:2

This compound is used as a lubricant, as an ingredient in various ointment bases, as an emollient to the skin in irritant conditions, as a moisturizer, as a laxative, as a cathartic, as an ocular lubricant and as an ingredient in various pharmaceutical preparations. It is used in cosmetic products, to remove crusts and for chronic constipation. When sterilized, it is used as an aseptic dressing and as a lubricant for catheters and surgical instruments. Fungicide in creams, protein shampoos, baby cosmetics, and cooling fluids.

Nonhalogenated corticosteroid for use in topical preparations and for the treatment of rhinitis and asthma. Belongs to the group B (triamcinolone acetonide) type of corticosteroids. Good marker of corticosteroid allergy.

USES: Fatty acid soaps used in dry cleaning, cosmetics, shampoos, creams, waxes, cutting oils, household detergents, emulsions, wool scouring, textile antifume agent and water repellent, dispersion agent, corrosion inhibitor, softening, emulsifier, humectant and plasticizer, chelating agent, rubber accelerator, pharmaceutical alkalizing agent and catalyst for condensation etc. In making emulsions with mineral and vegetable oils.

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Mixed ester of oleic acid and hexitol anhydrides derived from sorbitol. USES: Emulsifier in cosmetic and pharmaceutical ointments and creams.

USES: Topical corticosteroid belonging to the group A (hydrocortisone) type of steroids used in nasal sprays for the treatment of rhinitis. Good marker for group A corticosteroid contact allergy. ABCD.

USES: Emulsifier in cosmetic and pharmaceutical ointments and creams.SORBITAN OLEATE

USES: Catalyst; fungicide; herbicide; algicide. As preservative in antibiotic eye drops, eye cosmetics, shampoos, etc.

Preservative in cosmetic and pharmaceutical creams, shampoos, bath lotions, etc. Also as preservative in glues, cooling fluids. ABCD

Preservative used in cosmetic creams, lotions, shampoos, hair gels, etc. (Germall II).

Preservative for lotions, creams, hair conditioners, shampoos, deodorants and topical drugs. Formaldehyde releaser.

Mix of tars occuring in some pharmaceutical preparations.