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Overview
Isopropyl alcohol is a antiseptic that is FDA approved for the treatment of cuts, scrapes and minor muscular aches. Common adverse reactions include hypersensitivity.
Adult Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult)
to decrease germs in minor cuts and scrapes.
helps relieve minor muscular aches due to exertion.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Isopropyl alcohol in adult patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Isopropyl alcohol in adult patients.
Pediatric Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)
There is limited information regarding FDA-Labeled Use of Isopropyl alcohol in pediatric patients.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Isopropyl alcohol in pediatric patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Isopropyl alcohol in pediatric patients.
Contraindications
There is limited information regarding Isopropyl alcohol Contraindications in the drug label.
Warnings
For external use only
flammable, keep away from fire and flame
will produce serious gastric disturbances if taken internally
Ask a doctor before use if you have deep puncture wounds or serious burns
When using this product
do not get into eyes or mucous membranes
use only in a well-ventilated area
Stop use and ask a doctor if condition persists or gets worse.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of an accidental ingestion, contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Adverse Reactions
Clinical Trials Experience
There is limited information regarding Clinical Trial Experience of Isopropyl alcohol in the drug label.
Postmarketing Experience
There is limited information regarding Postmarketing Experience of Isopropyl alcohol in the drug label.
Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) Pregnancy Category
There is no Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) guidance on usage of Isopropyl alcohol in women who are pregnant.
Labor and Delivery
There is no FDA guidance on use of Isopropyl alcohol during labor and delivery.
Nursing Mothers
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Isopropyl alcohol with respect to nursing mothers.
Pediatric Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Isopropyl alcohol with respect to pediatric patients.
Geriatic Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Isopropyl alcohol with respect to geriatric patients.
Gender
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Isopropyl alcohol with respect to specific gender populations.
Race
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Isopropyl alcohol with respect to specific racial populations.
Renal Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Isopropyl alcohol in patients with renal impairment.
Hepatic Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Isopropyl alcohol in patients with hepatic impairment.
Females of Reproductive Potential and Males
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Isopropyl alcohol in women of reproductive potentials and males.
Immunocompromised Patients
There is no FDA guidance one the use of Isopropyl alcohol in patients who are immunocompromised.
Administration and Monitoring
Administration
Topical
Monitoring
There is limited information regarding Monitoring of Isopropyl alcohol in the drug label.
IV Compatibility
There is limited information regarding IV Compatibility of Isopropyl alcohol in the drug label.
Overdosage
There is limited information regarding Isopropyl alcohol overdosage. If you suspect drug poisoning or overdose, please contact the National Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
