Gentian Violet 1% Solution - Antiseptic - De La Cruz

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Gentian violet is an antiseptic dye that has been in use since 1890. The name is due to its colour — it is not made from gentian or violet flowers. Gentian violet may be the most useful for those who are experiencing outbreaks of thrush that are resistant to antifungal medications, under the direction of a health care provider. An overgrowth of candida yeast, the bacteria that causes thrush, is an extremely common, but nonetheless uncomfortable and unwelcome. Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing. Summary safety review - Gentiane violet liquid topical (gentian violet) and hydrofera antibacterial foam dressings - Health Canada. (2019).

Gentian Violet, First Aid Antiseptic, 1 fl oz (30 ml) De La Cruz, Gentian Violet, First Aid Antiseptic, 1 fl oz (30 ml)

Quindos G, et al. (2017). Therapeutic tools for oral candidiasis: Current and new antifungal drugs. Some suggest that it may have antifungal and antibacterial qualities and be an affordable, effective agent for conditions including thrush. Evaluations of the Joint FAO/WHO Joint Committee on Food Additives (JEFCO): Gentian violet. (2013).Gentian violet has antifungal and some antibacterial activity and has traditionally been used as a topical treatment for a variety of dermatological conditions. However, there is little clinical trial evidence to support its effectiveness or long-term safety, so for many diseases more modern treatments, such as antibiotics and other systemic medications, are favoured. In many countries, gentian violet is no longer available for medical purposes. Uses of gentian violet The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the following topical medications for thrush, and does not mention gentian violet: Due to the concerns noted above, you should wash your nipples before breastfeeding your baby, unless directed otherwise by a pediatrician. Adults If you are breastfeeding or chestfeeding, symptoms of thrush are often some scaling and redness around your nipples. Or you may notice a deep, burning pain that lasts through the feeding. The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

Using Gentian Violet for Thrush: Safety and Effectiveness

Breastfeeding mothers have found gentian violet an effective, rapid relief solution for thrush on the nipple area. Fungal infections, including fungal skin infections, oral candidiasis (oral thrush), and vulvovaginal candidiasis ( vaginal thrush). More recently, gentian violet has been used to treat oral thrush in patients who are HIV-positive. In laboratories as the basis of the Gram stain (a common stain used to detect the presence of Gram-positive bacteria)

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There are some who say it can potentially “tattoo” skin and may even be toxic in some cases, and instead encourage the use of drug alternatives like clotrimazole, fluconazole, miconazole, or nystatin. There are some studies linking Gentian Violet to cancer, gum irritation, and toxicity in infants, so this should be used with caution and only after discussion with your pediatrician. Similar to breastfeeding mothers and babies, gentian violet can be applied to affected areas for adults with thrush using a cotton swab. Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco. Other Medical Problems The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

Gentian Violet (Topical Route) Proper Use - Mayo Clinic

However, more studies are needed to determine Gentian Violet’s safety and efficacy so it is not recommended to be used instead of standard treatment without discussion with your healthcare provider. Babies There are many treatment options for thrush, but a centuries-old treatment option has included the use of gentian violet. Allowed as topical active ingredient. Gentian violet appears on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) OTC (Over-the-Counter) Active Ingredient List, and it is sold in OTC nonprescription products. To help clear up your infection completely, keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment, even if your condition has improved. Do not miss any doses. DosingMany medicines have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly the same way they do in younger adults. Although there is no specific information comparing use of this medicine in the elderly with use in other age groups, this medicine is not expected to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults. Drug Interactions Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine. Other Interactions