Hexachlorophene

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What are you taking Hexachlorophene for?

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  • Other
  • Acne Vulgaris
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Staphylococcal Skin Infections

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Uses of Hexachlorophene

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Hexachlorophene is used in the treatment of:

  • Acne Vulgaris

Hexachlorophene is used in the prevention of:

  • Staphylococcal Skin Infections

This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Hexachlorophene Brand Names

Hexachlorophene may be found in some form under the following brand names:

Hexachlorophene Drug Class

Hexachlorophene is part of the drug class:

Hexachlorophene Interactions

This is not a complete list of Hexachlorophenedrug interactions. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Hexachlorophene Dosage

Take hexachlorophene exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully.

The Hexachlorophene dose your doctor recommends will be based on the following (use any or all that apply):

  • the condition being treated
  • other medical conditions you have
  • other medications you are taking
  • how you respond to this medication
  • your weight
  • your height
  • your age
  • your gender

Hexachlorophene is available in the following doses:

  • Hexachlorophene Topical 0.23% Topical Foam
  • Hexachlorophene Topical 3% Topical Liquid
  • Hexachlorophene Topical Compounding Powder

Forms of Medication

Hexachlorophene is available in the following forms:

  • Medicated Liquid Soap
  • Topical Cream
  • Topical Foam
  • Topical Solution
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