| cetylpyridinium | <chemical> Cationic bactericidal surfactant used as a topical antiseptic for skin, wounds, mucous membranes, instruments, etc.; and also as a component in mouthwash and lozenges. Pharmacological action: anti-infective agents, local, detergents. Chemical name: Pyridinium, 1-hexadecyl- (12 Dec 1998) |
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| cetylpyridinium chloride | The monohydrate of the quaternary salt of pyridine and cetyl chloride; a cationic detergent with antiseptic action against nonsporulating bacteria. (05 Mar 2000) |