Liquefied Phenol Aqueous Solution 80% WW (100mL) is a caustic solution used to effectively treat a range of foot (skin and nail) complaints.
Primarily used in the phenolisation or chemical matixectomy of ingrown toenails and in the chemical ablation of common or plantar warts (verrucae pedis & plantar), corns, calluses and psoriatic plaques, phenol chemical ablation causes minimal bleeding, allowing the patient to return to normal activities in a few days and has a reoccurrence rate of less than five percent.
Treating with 80% phenol on a once-weekly basis can clear up lesions (calluses and verrucae) within 6 to 8 weeks.
Due to phenol’s active antiseptic and haemostatic properties, it’s particularly helpful treating patients with diabetes and those taking anticoagulant medication.
Widely used by dermatologists as an effective chemical-peeling agent, liquid phenol is commonly used to treat and stabilise skin conditions such as vitiligo and alopecia areata with phenol derivatives used in the preparation of cosmetics including sunscreens, skin lightening preparations, skin toners and exfoliators.
Phenol-based compounds have been found to have some cancer prevention properties, helping cancer cells become more receptive to chemotherapy treatments.
Compound
- Liquefied Phenol Aqueous Solution 80% WW – containing 80% phenol mixed with <20% water
- Formula: C6H6O / C6H5OH
- Classification: organic hydroxyl (-OH) group; 108-95-2 CAS#; 94.11 g/mol; pH 5 – pH 6 level
- Alternative identification (phenol): Carbolic acid; Phenic acid; Phenylic acid; Hydroxybenzene; Phenol, fused; Monohydroxybenzene; Phenol, solid
Precautions
For professional use only.
Intended for use on the skin only – avoid applying on open wounds, sunburned or wind-burned, irritated or chapped skin.
Important treatment considerations for those with severe allergies and history of severe reactions (anaphylaxis).
Avoid excessive / over-application as may cause redness, discomfort, sensitivity, severe irritation and burning to skin.
Avoid contact with skin, mouth, nose, eyes and clothing – rinse with water for several minutes and seek medical assistance.
Can irritate the nose, throat and lungs causing coughing and / or shortness of breath.
Higher exposures can cause severe respiratory difficulties on inhalation and burning and blistering on contact to skin.
Wear appropriate protective clothing including gloves, coat and / or apron or coverall, safety / chemical goggles.
Potential (phenol) health effects:
May be fatal if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through skin.
Phenol rapidly absorbs through skin causing severe burns to every area of contact.
Affects liver, kidneys and central nervous system.
Repeated exposure may cause acute poisoning as well as skin and eye discolouration.
Storage
Store securely in a cool, dry, dark, suitably ventilated space, ensuring container lid is tightly closed and kept away from moisture and heat sources.
Dispose waste safely.
