Hexamedine diisethionates (inci)
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Hexamedine diisethionate is a chemical compound from the group of dibenzamidines. The substance is used in cosmetic formulations as preservative and antifoam agent. Medically, hexamidine diisethionate is used as a disinfectant for external application.
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Indication: Hexamidine diisethionate solutions are indicated as additional treatment for skin infections and for infected or possibly infected mucous membranes.
Adverse effects: Allergic skin reactions up to rare anaphylactic reactions are possible (Revuz J et al. 1984; Mullins RJ 2006). Occasionally photoallergic reactions have been reported (Boulitrop-Morvan C et al. 1993).
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The framework conditions for preservatives that may be used in cosmetics are defined in the EC Cosmetics Regulation (1223/2009) Annex V.
Preparation: Hexomedine Transdermal®
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- Boulitrop-Morvan C et al (1993) Photoallergy to hexamidine. Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed 9:154-155.
Revuz J et al (1984) Contact dermatitis from hexamidine. Ann Dermatol Venereol 111:805-810.
Mullins RJ (2006) Systemic allergy to topical hexamidine. Med J Aust 185:177.