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HEXAMIDINE DIISETHIONATE: 17 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile

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17
Total FAERS Reports
2 (11.8%)
Deaths Reported
9
Hospitalizations
17
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
2
Life-Threatening
2
Disabilities
Guangzhou Zanming Trading C...
Manufacturer

Route: TOPICAL · Manufacturer: Guangzhou Zanming Trading Co., Ltd. · HUMAN OTC DRUG · FDA Label: Available

First Report: 20080617 · Latest Report: 20250702

What Are the Most Common HEXAMIDINE DIISETHIONATE Side Effects?

#1 Most Reported
Scleritis
4 reports (23.5%)
#2 Most Reported
Pulmonary mass
4 reports (23.5%)
#3 Most Reported
Osteonecrosis
4 reports (23.5%)

All HEXAMIDINE DIISETHIONATE Side Effects by Frequency

No side effect data available.

Who Reports HEXAMIDINE DIISETHIONATE Side Effects? Age & Gender Data

Gender: 66.7% female, 33.3% male. Average age: 54.4 years. Most reports from: FR. View detailed demographics →

Is HEXAMIDINE DIISETHIONATE Getting Safer? Reports by Year

YearReportsDeathsHosp.
2008 1 0 1
2014 1 0 0
2016 1 0 1
2017 3 0 3
2020 1 0 0
2022 2 2 2
2024 1 0 1
2025 1 0 0

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What Is HEXAMIDINE DIISETHIONATE Used For?

IndicationReports
Acanthamoeba keratitis 5

Official FDA Label for HEXAMIDINE DIISETHIONATE

Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.

FDA Approved Uses (Indications)

Use

  • Helps relieve symptoms of fungal and inflammatory skin conditions, including: – Folliculitis – Dandruff – Seborrheic dermatitis – Tinea versicolor – Jock itch
  • Reduces itching, flaking, redness, and irritation

Dosage & Administration

Directions

  • Apply a small amount to the affected area and lather gently.
  • Leave on for 2–5 minutes before rinsing.
  • Use 3 to 5 times per week or as directed by a doctor.
  • For best results, use consistently.

Warnings

Warnings ■ For external use only. ■ Ask a doctore before use if you are allergic to ingredients in this products. ■ When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, flush eyes with copious amounts of cold tap water. ■ Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use as directed.

Active Ingredient

Active Ingredient HEXAMIDINE DIISETHIONATE 0.1% W/W / SALICYLIC ACID 3% W/W

Inactive Ingredients

Inactive ingredients Aqua (Water), Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Urea, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, C12-15 Pareth-3, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Glycol Distearate, Glycol Stearate, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Dihydrogenated Tallow Phthalic Acid Amide, Menthol, Piroctone Olamine, Glyceryl, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Nymphaea Alba Flower Extract, Coptis Chinensis Extract, Rheum Officinale Extract, Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Foeniculum Vulgare Extract, Taraxacum Mongolicum Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Salicylic Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil.