| Pronunciation |
 (KLOR
oh
fil) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Chloresium®[OTC]; Derifil®[OTC]; Nullo®[OTC]; PALS®[OTC] |
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| Generic Available |
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No |
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| Synonyms |
| Chlorophyllin |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Gastrointestinal Agent, Miscellaneous |
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| Use |
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Topically promotes normal healing, relieves pain and swelling, and reduces malodors in wounds, burns, surface ulcers, abrasions and skin irritations; used orally to control fecal and urinary odors in colostomy, ileostomy, or incontinence |
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| Adverse Reactions |
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1% to 10%: Gastrointestinal: Mild diarrhea, green stools |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Topical: Apply generously and cover with gauze, linen, or other appropriate dressing; do not change dressings more often than every 48-72 hours Oral: Children >12 years and Adults: 1-2 tablets/day; may increase to 3 tablets/day Ostomy: Take tablets orally or place in the appliance |
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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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Ointment, topical (Chloresium®): Chlorophyllin copper complex 0.5% (30 g, 120 g) Solution, topical, in isotonic saline (Chloresium®): Chlorophyllin copper complex 0.2% (240 mL, 946 mL) Tablet: Chloresium®: Chlorophyllin copper complex 14 mg Derifil®: Water soluble chlorophyll: 100 mg Nullo®: Chlorophyllin copper complex 33.3 mg PALS®: Chlorophyllin copper complex 100 mg Sodium free, sugar free: 20 mg |
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