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Pronunciation |
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(a
LOO mi num SUL fate & KAL see
um AS e tate) |
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U.S. Brand
Names |
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Bluboro®[OTC]; Boropak®[OTC];
Domeboro® Topical [OTC]; Pedi-Boro®[OTC] |
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Generic
Available |
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Yes |
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Pharmacological Index |
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Topical Skin Product |
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Use |
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Astringent wet dressing for relief of inflammatory conditions of the skin and
to reduce weeping that may occur in dermatitis |
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Usual Dosage |
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Topical: Soak affected area in the solution 2-4 times/day for 15-30 minutes
or apply wet dressing soaked in the solution 2-4 times/day for 30-minute
treatment periods; rewet dressing with solution every few minutes to keep it
moist |
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Administration |
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For external use only; do not occlude dressing to prevent
evaporation |
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Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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Dental Health:
Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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Dosage Forms |
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Powder, to make topical solution: 1 packet/pint of water [1:40 solution]
Tablet, effervescent: 1 tablet/pint [1:40 dilution]
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