Dihydroxydimethyldiphenylmethanedisulphonic acid polymer

Biological Activity

Policresulen promotes selective chemical debridement: being an anion, it has the ability to interact only with the phospholipid molecules of the plasma membranes of to devitalized cells, which have lost its original electric charge. This contact provides the denaturation of cellular proteins, facilitating their removal. Its acidity, together with coagulating properties, give policresulen antimicrobial activity against staphylococcus spp., streptococcus spp. and Candida albicans. Policresulen is often used for gynecological infections. It is also used to treat canker sore in some countries.

Side effects

The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur in medicines that contain Policresulen. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.Feeling of a foreign body in the uterus;Discomfort in the lower abdomen;Vaginal irritation;Vaginal dryness and allergic reactions;Policresulen may also cause side-effects not listed here.