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Baquacil polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB)

A common swimming pool biocide Protection against bacteria and algae without the harsh effects of chlorine. A compound having a broad spectrum activity and low toxicity Ophthalmology. Baquacil polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB). Acanthamoeba Keratitis. Acanthamoeba

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Baquacil polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB)

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  1. A common swimming pool biocide Protection against bacteria and algae without the harsh effects of chlorine A compound having a broad spectrum activity and low toxicity Ophthalmology Baquacil polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB)

  2. Acanthamoeba Keratitis • Acanthamoeba • Small, free-living protozoa commonly found in water • Lives in two forms • Trophozoite • Cyst form • Patients notice pain, photophobia, and irritation • Clinical characteristics include stromal ring infiltrate, epithelial haze, and radial keratoneuritis • Combination therapy is used to treat • PHMB for trophozoites • Eye Drop that is made at Lloyd Center Pharmacy • Chlorhexidine for cysts Radial Keratoneuritis

  3. Other Uses • Bacterial Vaginosis • Most common vulvovaginal infection • Mouth Rinses • Inhibits re-growth of plaque • Reduces oral bacterial counts • HIV

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