Even though it is listed with all the "natural" products it really isn't. If you use it as most of the articles that support it's use suggest at 1% strength then it should not be as harmful as it could be at higher strengths. In this case more is definetly not better.
So, I found it kind of: A dye used in microscopy as a biological stain and in medicine as a bactericide, fungicide, and anthelmintic. and from www.healthtouch.com from the vitamins, supplements button: marilyn GENTIAN VIOLET What is it? Gentian Violet is a purple dye derived from coal tar that is used on the skin as an antifungal and antibacterial agent. Other names for Gentian Violet include: Crystal Violet, Hexamethylpararosaniline Chloride, Mythyrosailine Chloride, Methylrosanilinium Chloride, Methylvioletti, Pyoctaninum Caeruleum, and Viola Crystallina. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you need more information about this medicine or if any information in this leaflet concerns you. Before Using: Tell your doctor if you . a.. are taking medicine or are allergic to any medicine (prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) or dietary supplement) b.. are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine c.. are breastfeeding d.. have porphyria e.. have any other health problems, such as high blood pressure or heart or blood vessel disease Dosage: Talk with your caregiver about how much Gentian Violet you should take. The amount depends on the strength of the medicine and the reason you are taking Gentian Violet. If you are using this medicine without instructions from your caregiver, follow the directions on the medicine bottle. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than the directions tell you to. To store this medicine: Keep all medicine locked up and away from children. Store medicine away from heat and direct light. Do not store your medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down and not work the way it should work. Throw away medicine that is out of date or that you do not need. Never share your medicine with others. Warnings: a.. Before taking Gentian Violet, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding b.. Not to be used internally (eating or drinking) due to possible cancer causing effects (4) c.. If used vaginally, refrain from sexual intercourse during treatment (1) d.. Do not use if you have porphyria (4) e.. Not to be used on open cuts or eyes (5,6) f.. Gentian violet will stain skin; the stain may sometimes be permanent (stay forever) (10) Side Effects: Stop taking your medicine right away and talk to your doctor if you have any of the following side effects. Your medicine may be causing these symptoms which may mean you are allergic to it. a.. Breathing problems or tightness in your throat or chest b.. Chest pain c.. Skin hives, rash, or itchy or swollen skin Other Possible Side Effects: You may have the following side effects, but this medicine may also cause other side effects. Tell your doctor if you have side effects that you think are caused by this medicine. a.. Stomach pain, upset stomach, diarrhea and throwing up have been reported (4) b.. Mouth ulcers or blisters have appeared in children when Gentian Violet was used for thrush (8,9,10) c.. Rashes and ulcers on the skin have been reported with the use of Gentian violet on skin and open sores. (4,10) d.. Causes staining of the skin, which can be permanent (9,10) References: 1. Product Information: Genapax (R), gentian violet. Key Pharmaceuticals, Kenilworth, NJ; 1990. 2. Hagerman RD, Cramer LG, Bartok WR et al: Topical medications on demarbraded tattoos. Arch Dermatol 1970; 102:438-439. 3. Hernndez-Perez E: A simple treatment for plantar warts. Arch Dermatol 1974; 109:571. 4. Reynolds JEF (ed): Martindale: The Extra Pharmacopoeia (electronic version). Micromedex Inc, Englewood, CO; 1998. 5. Grant WM: Toxicology of the Eye, 3rd ed. Charls C Thomas, Springfield, IL; 1986. 6. Parker WT & Binder PS: Gentian violet keratoconjunctivitis. AM J Ophthalmol 1979; 87:340-343. 7. Leung AKC: Gentian Violet in the treatment of oral candidiasis. Pediatr Infect Dis J 1988; 7:304-305. 8. Horsefiel P, Logan FA & Newey JA et al: Oral irritation with gentian violet. Br Med J 1976; 2:528. 9. John RW: Necrosis of oral mucosa after local application of crystal violet. Br Med J 1968; 1:157. 10. Gilman AG, Rall TW, Nies AS et al (eds): Goodman and Gilman's The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 8th ed. Pergamon Press Inc, Elmsford, NY; 1990. 11. Mobacken H: Gentian violet and wound repair. J Am Ac Ad Dermatol 1986;15:1303. PE0230 Copyright (c) 2004 Thomson MICROMEDEX. All rights reserved. Information is for End User's use only and may not be sold, redistributed or otherwise used for commercial purposes. The information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Additionally, the manufacture and distribution of herbal substances are not regulated in the United States, and no quality standards currently exist. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you. Please read the end user acknowledgement. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Marilyn Kleidon" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, November 23, 2004 1:18 PM Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Gentian Violet? > Because it is an old remedy many people think or assume it is herbal in > origin, but it actually is of the heavy metal group of agents. If you are > into colloidal silver and other treatments of this nature then it is > effective, but as with other heavy metal agents there is a level of > biotoxicity and retention in the system. As Joy said, Dr. Jack Newman's site > does recommend it for thrush. I will look up what the metal is and post it > later. There is a herb: Gentian lutea that is used but not for this (mouth > ulcers and/or thrush). > > marilyn > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Pinky McKay" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sent: Sunday, November 21, 2004 3:14 PM > Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Gentian Violet? > > > > also be careful to use AQUEOUS gentian violet - if it has spirit in, it > will > > "burn" > > > > Pinky > > www.pinky-mychild.com > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: "Nicole Carver" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > Sent: Monday, November 22, 2004 9:40 AM > > Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Gentian Violet? > > > > > > > Gentian violet is very effective at treating thrush, particularly nipple > > > thrush. I tend to use Daktarin gel for the baby. The concerns about > > > carcinogenic effects of gentian violet have been deemed to be over > > > reactive > > > by many, and so some people prescribe gentian violet for mother and > baby. > > > If > > > your sister is breastfeeding she needs to treat her nipples too, even if > > > asymptomatic. Thomas Hale has a book, I think it is called medications > and > > > mothers milk or something like that(!) It is used by many lactation > > > consultants, but it is difficult to purchase. Some people buy it from > > > their > > > vet! However, you have to be careful to get the correct strength. A > > > lactation consultant can help with this. > > > Nicole C > > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > > From: "Abby and Toby" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > Sent: Monday, November 22, 2004 8:28 AM > > > Subject: [ozmidwifery] Gentian Violet? > > > > > > > > >> Hi, > > >> > > >> can anyone help me in locating info about the dangers of gentian > violet? > > > It > > >> was my understanding that in Oz we stopped recommending it quite some > > >> time > > >> ago because of some dangers?? My sister in America has been told to use > > >> it > > >> on her 4 week old daughter for thrush. Any info, especially online that > I > > >> can access and email straight to her would be great. > > >> Please correct me if I'm wrong or if you have other ideas about the > > > benefits > > >> etc. > > >> > > >> Thanks > > >> Love Abby > > >> > > >> -- > > >> This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. > > >> Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe. > > > > > > > > > -- > > > This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. > > > Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe. > > > > -- > > This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. > > Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe. > > > > > -- > This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. > Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe. > -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe.
