Boric Acid

Boric Acid is a mild acid used as an acidifying agent and buffer solution, Boric Acid is also a weak germicide (local anti-infective) used on intact skin, mucous membranes and cornea.

Brands
KAYOPLAST KAYOPLAST KAOLIN KAOLIN KAOLIN M. BROPLAST ZINCOCID BIOSTAT CURINE ZYLINE BORO GLYCERINE RUBJOVIT BORIC ACID BORIC ACID
Adult Dose
Dose: 19 to 22 %
Single Dose: 20 (20.5)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: Ophthalmic
Instructions: drops.
Neonatal
Dose: 5%
Single Dose: 5 (5)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: Topical
Instructions: As Required
Paedriatic
Dose: 5%
Single Dose: 5 (5)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: Topical
Instructions: As Required
Characteristics
. It is of Synthetic origin. It belongs to Opthalmic Products and Antibacterial pharmacological group.The Molecular Weight of Boric Acid is 61.83. 1.90% solution of the drug is isotonic and Its pKa is 9.24.
Contraindications
Boric Acid is contraindicated in conditions like Pregnancy,Breast feeding.
Effects
The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Boric Acid include Vomiting, Diarrhea, Convulsions, Shock, Circulatory collapse.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Boric Acid are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Erythematous rash.
Indications
Boric Acid is primarily indicated in conditions like Ocular inflammation, Skin inflammation.
Interactions
Boric Acid is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementIdoxuridineRiboflavin (Vitamin B2)riboflavin(vitamin B2) excretion is increased when given with boric acid These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Interfrence
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Poultice, Paint, Eye Oint, Skin Oint Store at room temperature.
Warnings
There is a risk of developing systemic toxicity from the topical application of boric acid preparations, especially if the skin is broken.
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