A dye that is a mixture of violet rosanilinis with antibacterial, antifungal, and anthelmintic properties.
Synonyms
Gentian violet
Gentian violet cation
Crystal violet carbocation
Crystal Violet
Methylrosanilinium
Crystal violet ion(1)
Methylrosaniline
Gentian violet carbocation
Crystal violet(1+)
Gentian violet(1+)
Brand Names
Gentian Violet 2%
Gentian Violet Anti-Infective
El Valle Gentian Violet
De LA Cruz Gentian Violet
Perineze Triple Dye
Gentian Violet Topical Solution
Gentian Violet
Kerr 100 Triple Dye Dispos-A
Humco Gentian Violet 1%
GNP Gentian Violet 1%
Triple Dye
Gentian Violet 1%
Gentiane Violet Liq Top
Humco Gentian Violet 2%
Indication
For the treatment of bacterial and fungal infections inside the mouth (thrush) and skin, also for the prevention of transmission of Chagas' disease (as a blood additive).
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