"Wart Treatment
A solution of 10%w/w glutaraldehyde is sold under the name "Diswart Solution" to remove common and plantar warts. Product claims include: "Inactivates viruses and bacteria. Dries the wart surface. Stains the area treated brown, but will not harm the surrounding skin."
Algaecidal activity
A polymerized isomer of glutaraldehyde known as polycycloglutaracetal is a fertilizer for aquatic plants. It is claimed that it provides a bioavailable source of carbon for higher plants that is not available to algae. Though not marketed as such due to federal regulations, the biocidal effect of glutaraldehyde kills most algae at concentrations of 0.5–5.0 ppm.[vague] These levels are not harmful to most aquatic fauna and flora. Adverse reactions have been observed by some aquarists at these concentrations in some aquatic mosses, liverworts, and vascular plants."
REFERENCE: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glutaraldehyde
I'm sorry guys. I saw the reference to glutaraldehyde's ability to remove warts and I had to post it. I got tickled by this fact. This "Diswart Solution" product sure is pricey though with its brown cake coloring added. Be sure to check out its warning concerning the bodily areas to avoid contact with.
A solution of 10%w/w glutaraldehyde is sold under the name "Diswart Solution" to remove common and plantar warts. Product claims include: "Inactivates viruses and bacteria. Dries the wart surface. Stains the area treated brown, but will not harm the surrounding skin."
Algaecidal activity
A polymerized isomer of glutaraldehyde known as polycycloglutaracetal is a fertilizer for aquatic plants. It is claimed that it provides a bioavailable source of carbon for higher plants that is not available to algae. Though not marketed as such due to federal regulations, the biocidal effect of glutaraldehyde kills most algae at concentrations of 0.5–5.0 ppm.[vague] These levels are not harmful to most aquatic fauna and flora. Adverse reactions have been observed by some aquarists at these concentrations in some aquatic mosses, liverworts, and vascular plants."
REFERENCE: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glutaraldehyde
I'm sorry guys. I saw the reference to glutaraldehyde's ability to remove warts and I had to post it. I got tickled by this fact. This "Diswart Solution" product sure is pricey though with its brown cake coloring added. Be sure to check out its warning concerning the bodily areas to avoid contact with.
