Phenoxyethanol is used as a preservative in various dermatological preparations due to its germicidal and germistatic properties.
It is used widely as:
It is generally safe and non-toxic in low doses. High doses of Phenoxyethanol may be toxic. Toxicity occurs when it is inhaled or ingested. It is unsafe to apply it around the mouth and on to the lips.
Side effects of high doses are:
Consult your doctor if any of the above side effects occur.
None.
Phenoxyethanol is used as a preservative in various dermatological preparations due to its germicidal and germistatic properties.
It is used widely as:
It is generally safe and non-toxic in low doses. High doses of Phenoxyethanol may be toxic. Toxicity occurs when it is inhaled or ingested. It is unsafe to apply it around the mouth and on to the lips.
Side effects of high doses are:
Consult your doctor if any of the above side effects occur.
None.