Chemical formula: C₆HBiBr₄O₃ Molecular mass: 649.665 g/mol PubChem compound: 16683103
Bibrocathol is a bismuth-containing substance which acts as antiseptic, adstringent and secretion inhibitng agent on mucous membranes and wounds. The mechanism of action is explained by its phenolic molecular structure consisting of tetrabromopyrocatechol and bismuth hydroxide that causes the precipitation of proteins and the shrinking of superficial layers of tissue. These activities result in the formation of a protective membrane against pathogenic invasion and non-specifically inhibit inflammation and secretion.
This medicinal substance has been classified in the anatomical therapeutic chemical (ATC) classification according to its main therapeutic use as follows:
| ATC code | Group title | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| S01AX05 | Bibrocathol | S Sensory organs → S01 Ophthalmologicals → S01A Antiinfectives → S01AX Other antiinfectives |
Competent medicine agencies globally have authorized commercialization of this active ingredient according to these medication package inserts (MPIs):
| Title | Information Source | Document Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| POSIFORLID Eye ointment | Medicines Authority (MT) | MPI, EU: SmPC |
Bibrocathol is an active ingredient of these brands:
Malta (MT)Note the following: The list of brand names is continuously updated, and thus does not include the total of products circulating worldwide. |
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