Experimental Study of Dermal Toxicity of Shangyangyu Ointment / 中国药房

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE:To study the toxic action of Shangyangyu ointment on animal skin.METHODS:Acute dermal toxicity test and dermal irritation test were conducted in healthy rabbits,and dermal sensitivity test was performed in guinea pigs.RESULTS:Shangyangyu ointment had no acute toxicity or irritation to the intact or damaged skin of rabbits and was not allergy-inducing to the skin of guinea pigs.CONCLUSION:Shangyangyu ointment is safe and nontoxic and can be used in clinic practice.