Forma-Ray
Forma-Ray Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
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. Forma-Ray solution (formalin) is considered a hazardous compound, and its vapor toxic. (From Reynolds, Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p717)
| Trade Name | Forma-Ray |
| Generic | Formaldehyde |
| Formaldehyde Other Names | Formaldehído, Formaldehyd, Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde solution, Formalin, Formic aldehyde, Formol, Methanal, Methyl aldehyde, Methylene oxide, Oxomethane, Oxomethylene, Oxymethylene, Paraform |
| Type | Topical liquid |
| Formula | CH2O |
| Weight | Average: 30.026 Monoisotopic: 30.010564686 |
| Groups | Approved, Vet approved |
| Therapeutic Class | |
| Manufacturer | |
| Available Country | United States, |
| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Forma-Ray is a naturally occurring hazardous organic compound used as a preservative in animal feed, cosmetic products, laboratory procedures, disinfection, and home building products.
Use for drying skin before or after surgical removal of warts or where dryness is required.
Toxicity
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 42 mg/kg [Mouse].
Food Interaction
No interactions found.Innovators Monograph
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