Alexidine

Agent Name
Alexidine
CAS Number
22573-93-9
Formula
C26-H56-N10
Major Category
Other Uses
Alexidine formula graphical representation
Synonyms
1,1'-Hexamethylenebis(5-(2-ethylhexyl)biguanide); 2,4,11,13-Tetraazatetradecanediimidamide, N,N'-bis(2-; ethylhexyl)-3,12-diimino-; Alexidina [INN-Spanish]; Alexidinum [INN-Latin]; Compound 904; Win 21,904; Win 21-904; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Biocides/Disinfectants
Description
Available as alexidine dihydrochloride, a solid; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used as an antimicrobial agent; [Merck Index] Used for skin and mucous membrane disinfection; [Reference #1]
Comments
Alexidine dihydrochloride is a skin and eye irritant; Toxic by ingestion; [MSDSonline]
Reference Link #1
Disinfectants in consumer products
Biomedical References
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Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

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