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Preferred term

Cetylpyridinium  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Cetylpyridium
  • Hexadecylpyridinium

Note

  • an anti-infective; = Cepacol

Scope note

  • Cationic bactericidal surfactant used as a topical antiseptic for skin, wounds, mucous membranes, instruments, etc.; and also as a component in mouthwash and lozenges.

History note

  • 91(72); was see under PYRIDINIUM COMPOUNDS 1972-90

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D002594

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