Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Phenol
Drug Class
Vasoprotectives
Chemical Class
Phenol
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
ATC Code
C05BB05, D08AE03, N01BX03, R02AA19
Status
Essential Medicine
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Uses
Phenol topical is used on the skin to help protect skin from infection in minor cuts , scrapes , or burns. Phenol topical is used on the ...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Phenol
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Dermatological Products pharmacological group
Phenol also known as Carbolic acid, hydroxybenzene, oxybenzene, phenylic acid. It is of Natural origin and belongs to Phenol. It belongs to Dermatological-Caustic pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Dermatological Products pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Phenol is 94.10. It is weakly acidic drug, 2.80% solution of the drug is isotonic and Its pKa is 10.0.
How to Take It
1
Adult · Topical
0.5 to 1 % — As recommended.
As Required
2
Child
Not recommended in this age group
Safety Alerts
You should not use phenol topical if you are allergic to it
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if phenol topical is safe to use if you have any medical conditions or allergies
If you are breastfeeding, avoid applying this medicine to breast areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth
Important Warnings
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hivesdifficult breathingswelling of your facelipstongueor throat. Less serious side effects may be more likelyand you may have none at all. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Drug Interactions
Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use
including prescription and over-the-counter medicines
vitamins
and herbal products .
Storage
Liq Store Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Price Intelligence
Rs 707.98
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 707.98 per unit
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DVAGORs 707.98
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Phenol, and what they are not.
These contain this ingredient plus others. They are different medicines — do not swap.
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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