Cyclooctasulfur
Cyclooctasulfur Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Sulfur is a chemical element that is present in all living tissues. The most commonly used form of pharmaceutical sulfur is Cyclooctasulfur (S8). After calcium and phosphorus, it is the third most abundant mineral in the human body. Sulfur is also found in garlic, onions and broccoli.
People take sulfur by mouth for shortness of breath, allergies, swelling in the back of the throat (pharyngitis), high cholesterol, clogged arteries, menopause, and upper respiratory tract infections like the common cold. Sulfur seems to have an antibacterial activity. It has been also used for acne.
Sulfur is converted to hydrogen sulfide (H2S) through reduction, partly by bacteria. H2S has a lethal action on bacteria (possibly including Propionibacterium acnes) which plays a role in acne, fungi, and parasites such as scabies mites.
Trade Name | Cyclooctasulfur |
Generic | Octasulfur |
Octasulfur Other Names | Cyclooctasulfur, Sulfur |
Type | |
Formula | S8 |
Weight | Average: 256.52 Monoisotopic: 255.77656552 |
Protein binding | Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption. |
Groups | Approved |
Therapeutic Class | |
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Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Sulfur is an ingredient of various cosmetic preparations for its keratolytic, antifungal, and antibacterial properties.
Topically it is indicated for dandruff, acne, Hayfever, common cold, scaly and red skin patches (seborrheic dermatitis). Poison ivy, and sumac infections.
Cyclooctasulfur is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Acne, Blemishes caused by Acne
How Cyclooctasulfur works
Sulfur acts as a keratolytic agent and also it has antibacterial activity. It also kills fungi, scabies mites and other parasites. Precipitated sulfur and colloidal sulfur are used, in form of lotions, creams, powders, soaps, and bath additives, for the treatment of acne vulgaris, acne rosacea, and seborrhoeic dermatitis.
Toxicity
rat oral LD50 of greater than 5,000 mg/kg (3, 10); and greater than 8,437 mg/kg.
Food Interaction
No interactions found.Volume of Distribution
Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.
Elimination Route
Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.
Half Life
Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.
Clearance
Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.
Elimination Route
Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.
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