Docosanol

CAS 661-19-8

General Information

Docosanol is a topical cream of the treatment for recurrent episodes of oral-facial herpes simplex (also called herpes labialis). It can be used from the age of 12.

About the API

Systematic name 1- Docosanol Trade Name(s)
Technology Synthetic
Molecular Formula C22H46O Molecular Weight
Therapeutic category Antiviral
Available formulations Topical / Dermatological
Regulations US DMF Flag US DMF