GENTIAN VIOLET (CRYSTAL VIOLET)

Gentian Violet, also known as Crystal Violet, is a synthetic dye derived from coal tar. It is a dark blue-violet crystalline powder with antifungal and antibacterial properties.

GRADE: USP

APPLICATIONS:

1. PHARMACEUTICALS:

   Gentian violet is used in the pharmaceutical industry as an antiseptic and topical treatment for fungal and bacterial infections of     the skin and mucous membranes.

   It is commonly used to treat conditions such as oral thrush (candidiasis), vaginal yeast infections, and fungal infections of the           skin and nails.

   Gentian violet is also used as a histological stain for the detection of fungi and bacteria in laboratory specimens.

   Gentian violet is used in veterinary medicine as an antiseptic and antifungal agent for the treatment of skin and ear infections in      animals.

   It is commonly used to treat conditions such as ringworm, dermatitis, and otitis externa (ear infections) in dogs, cats, and other       animals.

2. COSMETICS:

    Gentian violet is used in cosmetics and personal care products such as soaps, shampoos, and lotions for its antifungal and                antibacterial properties.

    It is added to these products to help prevent the growth of fungi and bacteria and to promote skin health and hygiene.