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Formaldehyde Liquid Prescribing Information

Package insert / product label
Dosage form: topical liquid
Drug class: Miscellaneous topical agents

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 25, 2024.

Formaldehyde 10%

Rx Only

For Topical Use Only

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: formaldehyde 10%

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: water, polysorbate 20, hydroxyethyl cellulose, fragrance.

INDICATIONS: Drying agent for pre and post surgical removal of warts, or for non-surgical laser treatment of warts where dryness is required. Safeguards against offensive odor and dries excessive moisture of feet. Not to be used in patients known to be sensitive to any of the ingredients in this product.

PRECAUTIONS: FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY: HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED, CONTACT A LOCAL POISON CONTROL CENTER IMMEDIATELY. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. Avoid contact and keep away from face, eyes, nose and mucous membranes. Check skin for sensitivity to formaldehyde prior to application since it may be irritating and sensitizing to the skin of some patients. If redness or irritation persists, consult your PODIATRIST, DERMATOLOGIST or PHYSICIAN.

DIRECTIONS: Apply with the roll-on applicator once a day to affected areas, or as directed by your PODIATRIST, DERMATOLOGIST, or PHYSICIAN. Do not shake the bottle with the cap removed. When not in use, keep cap closed tightly.

Available in a 3 oz (88.71mL) roll-on plastic bottle - NDC 49908-167-90.

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted between 15°C-30°C (between 59°F abd 86°F). Brief exposure to temperatures up to 40°C (104°F) may be tolerated provided the mean kinetic temperature does not exceed 25°C (77°F); howeverm such exposure should be minimized.

Manufactured for:

Rochester Pharmaceuticals

Doylestown, PA 18901

1-866-458-1772

www.RochesterPharm.com

September 2015

PACKAGE LABEL

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FORMALDEHYDE
formaldehyde solution
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:49908-167
Route of AdministrationTOPICAL
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
FORMALDEHYDE (UNII: 1HG84L3525) (FORMALDEHYDE - UNII:1HG84L3525) FORMALDEHYDE100 mg in 1 mL
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient NameStrength
WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)
POLYSORBATE 20 (UNII: 7T1F30V5YH)
HYDROXYETHYL CELLULOSE (140 CPS AT 5%) (UNII: 8136Y38GY5)
Product Characteristics
ColorwhiteScore
ShapeSize
FlavorImprint Code
Contains
Packaging
#Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
1NDC:49908-167-9088.71 mL in 1 BOTTLE, WITH APPLICATOR; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
unapproved drug other04/27/2011
Labeler - Rochester Pharmaceuticals (134473771)

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