Drug Reference
Hexylresorcinol
Antiseptics
OTC
Fact box
- Therapeutic class
- Antiseptics
- Habit forming
- No
- Availability
- Over-the-counter (OTC)
Brand names
ST-37Sucrets Original
Available as
2.4 MG1 MG/ML · Topical Solution5 MG2 MG0.001 MG/MG · Topical Ointment
FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.
Uses
Uses First Aid to help protect against infection in minor cuts, scrapes and burns.
How to use / dosing
Directions Clean the affected area. Apply a small amount of this product on the area 1 to 3 times daily. May be covered with a sterile bandage. Store at room temperature. May temporarily (washable) discolor skin and fabrics in sunlight.
Safety advice
Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.
PregnancyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
BreastfeedingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label. Check LactMed →
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
Warnings For external use only. . Do not use in the eyes or apply over large areas of the body. In case of deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns, consult a doctor. Stop use and ask a doctor if the condition persists or gets worse. Do not use longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)
- MUCINEX INSTASOOTHE SORE THROAT PLUS PAIN RELIEF (HEXYLRESORCINOL) LOZENGE [RECKITT BENCKISER LLC]
- ACEWINK SUNSCREEN (SUNSCREEN SPRAY) SPRAY [SHENZHEN QIMING BIOTECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.]
- MUCINEX INSTASOOTHE SORE THROAT PLUS COUGH SUGAR FREE (HEXYLRESORCINOL AND MENTHOL) LOZENGE [RECKITT BENCKISER LLC]
- MUCINEX INSTASOOTHE SORE THROAT PLUS COUGH RELIEF (DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE AND HEXYLRESORCINOL) LOZENGE [RECKITT BENCKISER LLC]
- MUCINEX INSTASOOTHE SORE THROAT PLUS SOOTHING COMFORT (HEXYLRESORCINOL) LOZENGE [RECKITT BENCKISER LLC]
Authoritative sources
Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.