Acrisorcin

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type = combo
component1 = 9-Aminoacridine
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component2 = 4-Hexylresorcinol
class2 = Antiseptic
CAS_number = 7527-91-5
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PubChem = 24144
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Acrisorcin is a topical anti-infective typcally used as a fungicide. It is a combination of the active ingredients 9-aminoacridine and 4-hexylresorcinol.

History

Acrisorcin was marketed as a cream under the trade name "Akrinol," which has since been discontinued. It was developed at Indiana State University in 1961.

Indications

Acrisorcin was used to combat pityriasis versicolor.

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