Benzoic Acid

Information about Benzoic Acid

Benzoic acid uses

Benzoic Acid is used in the treatment of fungal infections.

How benzoic acid works

Benzoic Acid is an antifungal medication. It stops the growth of fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.

Common side effects of benzoic acid

Limited data available

Available Medicine for Benzoic Acid

    Expert advice for Benzoic Acid

    • Benzoic Acid helps treat fungal infections.
    • Avoid getting it in your eyes, ears, nose or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
    • Use with caution if it is to be applied over large areas of skin.


    Content on this page was last updated on 18 February, 2020, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)