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Gentian Violet 1%

Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
Humco Holding Group, Inc.
Label updated
2021-12-23
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
GENTIAN VIOLET
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Label information

Drug facts

Active Ingredient

Gentian Violet 1%

Purpose

Antiseptic

Indications

First aid to help protect against infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.

Indications

First aid to help protect against infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. (12/2021)

Warnings

For external use only.

Do not apply to an ulcerative lesion as this may cause tatooing of the skin. Do not use in the eyes or over large areas of the body.

Ask a doctor before use if

redness, irritation, swelling or pain persists or increases or if infection ocurs.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Clean the affected area and apply directly to the wound or use cotton applicator once or twice daily. Do not bandage.

Other information

will stain skin or clothing.

Inactive ingredients

Ethyl Alcohol 10% and Purified Water.

DLC 30 mL Label

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GNP Label

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DLC Label Arabic

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DLC 59 mL Label

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DailyMed Set ID: 60547538-9b52-8e90-e053-2991aa0ac732 · Version 5
NDC: 0395-9114