|
|
1. (n.) hexachlorophene
a white, crystalline powder, C
Etymology: (1945–50; hexa - +chloro -2+ -phene)
|
| Definition of 'hexachlorophene' |
Princeton's WordNet |
|
1. (noun) hexachlorophene
antibacterial substance that is a water-soluble powder used in antiseptic soaps and toothpaste
|
| Definition of 'hexachlorophene' |
U.S. National Library of Medicine |
|
1. hexachlorophene
A chlorinated bisphenol antiseptic with a bacteriostatic action against Gram-positive organisms, but much less effective against Gram-negative organisms. It is mainly used in soaps and creams and is an ingredient of various preparations used for skin disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p797)
|
|
|
|
|
| Alternative search options for 'hexachlorophene' |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Definitions of hexachlorophene 
