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formaldehyde topical (Formalaz, Formalyde-10, Lazer Formalyde)

 

Classes: Astringents

Dosing and uses of Formalaz, Formalyde-10 (formaldehyde topical)

 

Adult dosage forms and strengths

topical spray

  • 10%

topical solution

  • 10%

 

Pedal Hyperhidrosis

Apply topically to feet qDay

 

Other Information

Keep container tightly closed when not in use

 

Other Indications & Uses

Drying agent for wart removal (surgical or laser)

 

Pediatric dosage forms and strengths

Safety and efficacy not established

 

Formalaz, Formalyde-10 (formaldehyde topical) adverse (side) effects

Frequency not defined

Skin irritation

Dermatitis

Wheezing

Laryngospasm

 

Warnings

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity

 

Cautions

Test for skin sensitivity before use

For external use only; avoid face, eyes, nose, and mucous membranes

Harmful if ingested orally; contact poison control center immediately

 

Pregnancy and lactation

Pregnancy category: C

Lactation: Unknown whether distributed in breast milk; possible distribution into milk with inhalation; avoid breast feeding

 

Pregnancy categories

A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.

B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.

C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done.

D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk.

X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist.

NA: Information not available.

 

Pharmacology of Formalaz, Formalyde-10 (formaldehyde topical)

Absorption: Minimal systemic absorption

 

Mechanism of action

Drying agent; bactericidal disinfectant