Benzoic Acid
Benzoic Acid Information

About Benzoic Acid

Benzoic Acid is a topical antibacterial and antifugal agent. The antimicrobial activity is pH dependent, and it becomes relatively inactive above a pH of about 5.

Indications

Benzoic Acid is primarily indicated in conditions like Athelets foot, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Ringworm.

Contraindication

Benzoic Acid is contraindicated in conditions like Allergy,Myasthenia gravis,Ulcerative colitis,Kidney infection,Angle-closure glaucoma.

Side Effects

The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Benzoic Acid, which give rise to further complications include Erythema multiforme, Blurred vision, Irregular heart beat, Hives.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Benzoic Acid are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dry mouth, Flushing, Nausea and vomiting.

Warnings

The acid can be irritant to skin, eyes and mucous membrane. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid dust cloud in presence of an ignition source. Maintain adequate ventilation. Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing. Use chemical safety goggles and/or full face shield where dusting or splashing of solutions is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.

High Risk Groups

Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, and patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.