A dye that is a mixture of violet rosanilinis with antibacterial, antifungal, and anthelmintic properties.
Synonyms
Gentian violet
Crystal violet(1+)
Methylrosaniline
Gentian violet cation
Crystal violet carbocation
Gentian violet(1+)
Crystal violet ion(1)
Gentian violet carbocation
Methylrosanilinium
Crystal Violet
Brand Names
Humco Gentian Violet 1%
Perineze Triple Dye
Gentian Violet
De LA Cruz Gentian Violet
Humco Gentian Violet 2%
Kerr 100 Triple Dye Dispos-A
Gentian Violet 2%
Triple Dye
El Valle Gentian Violet
Gentian Violet 1%
Gentiane Violet Liq Top
Gentian Violet Anti-Infective
Gentian Violet Topical Solution
GNP Gentian Violet 1%
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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