Description / Application
Chlorphenesin is glycerol in which the hydrogen of one of the primary hydroxy groups is substituted by a 4-chlorophenyl group. It has antifungal and antibacterial properties, and is used for treatment of cutaneous and vaginal infections. Its 1-carbamate is used as a skeletal muscle relaxant for the treatment of painful muscle spasm. It has a role as an antibacterial drug, a muscle relaxant and an antifungal drug. It is a glycol, a member of propane-1,2-diols and a member of monochlorobenzenes.
Identities
| Alternative Name | 3-(4-Chlorophenoxy)-1,2-propanediol |
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| Molecular Formula | C9H11ClO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 202.63 |
| MFCD | MFCD00021990 |
Safety
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| Signal Word | None |
| Hazard Statements | H303;H313;H333 |
| Precautionary Statements | P261;P305+P351+P338 |