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
Paraform
Oxomethane
Formaldehyde
Formaldehído
Oxomethylene
Formaldehyd
Methyl aldehyde
Formol
Formic aldehyde
Formaldehyde solution
Oxymethylene
Methanal
Formalin
Methylene oxide
Brand Names
Formadon
Root Canal Therapy
T.R.U.E. Test Thin-Layer Rapid Use Patch Test
Formaldehyde
British Army Foot Pwr
Formalaz
Forma-Ray
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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