gentian violet

gentian /gen·tian/ (jen´shin) the dried rhizome and roots of Gentiana lutea; used as a bitter tonic.

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gentian violet  an antibacterial, antifungal, and anthelmintic dye, applied topically in the treatment of infections of the skin and mucous membranes associated with gram-positive bacteria and molds; also used to treat blood collected in areas endemic for Chagas' disease.

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gen·tian violet (jnshn)

n.

Any of several basic dyes that are derivatives of pararosaniline, especially a dark green or greenish mixture that is used as a biological stain and as a bactericide, a fungicide, and an anthelmintic.

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gentian violet

[jen′shən]

a topical antibacterial and antifungal agent.

indications It is used to treat superficial Candida infections of the skin and vagina. It is also effective against some superficial bacterial infections such as those caused by Staphylococcus .

contraindications Known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. It is not applied to ulcerative lesions of the face.

adverse effect Permanent discoloration of the skin may occur after topical exposure.

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gentian violet (jen´shn),

n See violet, gentian.

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gentian

the dried rhizome and roots of Gentiana lutea; has been used as a bitter tonic.

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gentian violet

an antibacterial, antifungal and anthelmintic dye, derived from triphenylmethane; applied topically in the treatment of infections of the skin and mucous membranes associated with gram-positive bacteria and molds, and at one time administered orally for the treatment of pinworm and liver fluke infections in humans. Called also crystal violet, methylrosaniline chloride.

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gentian violet

Podiatry A topical antifungal used to manage dermatomycosis. See Gentian.