Hexachlorophene (Topical Application Route)

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Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

• Blistering, crusting, irritation, itching, or reddening of the skin
• Cracked, dry, or scaly skin
• Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
• Redness or other discoloration of the skin
• Severe sunburn
• Skin rash
• Swelling

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:

• Abdominal or stomach cramps
• Blurred vision
• Cold, clammy skin
• Confusion
• Convulsions
• Decreased urination
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly
• Dry mouth
• Fainting
• Fast, weak pulse
• Increase in heart rate
• Lightheadedness
• Loss of appetite
• Rapid breathing
• Sunken eyes
• Sweating
• Thirst
• Unusual tiredness or weakness
• Vomiting
• Weight loss
• Wheezing
• Wrinkled skin

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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