A highly reactive aldehyde gas formed by oxidation or incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons. In solution, it has a wide range of uses: in the manufacture of resins and textiles, as a disinfectant, and as a laboratory fixative or preservative. Formaldehyde solution (formalin) is considered a hazardous compound, and its vapor toxic. (From Reynolds, Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p717)
Synonyms
Oxomethane
Formaldehyd
Formalin
Formaldehyde solution
Formol
Methylene oxide
Oxymethylene
Formaldehído
Oxomethylene
Formic aldehyde
Paraform
Methyl aldehyde
Methanal
Formaldehyde
Brand Names
Forma-Ray
Root Canal Therapy
British Army Foot Pwr
T.R.U.E. Test Thin-Layer Rapid Use Patch Test
Formadon
Formalaz
Formaldehyde
Indication
Use for drying skin before or after surgical removal of warts or where dryness is required.
Categories
Aldehydes
Anti-Infective Agents
Anti-Infective Agents, Local
Cell-mediated Immunity
Compounds used in a research, industrial, or household setting
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