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What Is Cetylpyridinium Chloride More Commonly Known As ?

what is cetylpyridinium chloride more commonly known as? is it ammonia
Fri, 2 Aug 2013
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Dentist 's  Response
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it is cationic quaternary surface active agent and has a broad antimicrobial spectrum and kills gram positive pathogens and yeast
so it is used in some mouthwashes and toothpastes
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General & Family Physician Dr. Gyan Prakash's  Response
hi.welcome to HealthcareMagic forum.no it is not ammonia.it is used as mouthwash in dental/mucosal problem.
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What Is Cetylpyridinium Chloride More Commonly Known As ?

hello it is cationic quaternary surface active agent and has a broad antimicrobial spectrum and kills gram positive pathogens and yeast so it is used in some mouthwashes and toothpastes hope this helps