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gentian violet

gentian violet (GVS) is a dna inhibitor. Route of administration: vaginal. Current US regulatory status: approved.

FDA: approved
US status approved
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Drug details — gentian violet
US status
approved
Class
Route
VAGINAL
Patents
0
Programs
0
Data quality
0.84

Quick answer

gentian violet (GVS) is a dna inhibitor. Route of administration: vaginal. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN gentian violet
Brand GVS
Mechanism DNA inhibitor
Target DNA
Route VAGINAL
Formulation TAMPON

Mechanism of action

DNA inhibitor

Primary target: DNA

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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Frequently asked questions

What is gentian violet?

gentian violet (GVS) is a dna inhibitor. Route of administration: vaginal. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for gentian violet?

GVS is a marketed brand name for gentian violet. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.

What is the US approval status of gentian violet?

gentian violet has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.