Last update Dec. 8, 2019

5-[2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethoxymethyl]-6-propyl-1,3-benzodioxole

Low Risk

Possibly safe. Probably compatible. Mild risk possible. Follow up recommended. Read the Comment.

Piperonyl butoxide is used as a synergist mixed with piperonyl and pyrethrins or pyrethroids in the treatment of pediculosis, head and body lice and pubis (crabs).

Its cutaneous absorption is minimal, around 2% (Buist 2005, Selim 1999), so it is unlikely that it reaches significant concentrations in breast milk.

Its sporadic use is compatible with breastfeeding.

Avoid applying it on the breast or nipple. Otherwise, cleanse it thoroughly before nursing.

Alternatives

  • Permethrin ( Safe. Compatible. Minimal risk for breastfeeding and infant.)

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Other names

5-[2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethoxymethyl]-6-propyl-1,3-benzodioxole is Piperonyl Butoxide in Chemical name.

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Group

5-[2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethoxymethyl]-6-propyl-1,3-benzodioxole belongs to this group or family:

Pharmacokinetics

Variable Value Unit
Oral Bioavail. Dermat: ≈ 2 %
Molecular weight 338 daltons

References

  1. Buist HE, van de Sandt JJ, van Burgsteden JA, de Heer C. Effects of single and repeated exposure to biocidal active substances on the barrier function of the skin in vitro. Regul Toxicol Pharmacol. 2005 Oct;43(1):76-84. Abstract
  2. Selim S, Preiss FJ, Gabriel KL, Jonkman JH, Osimitz TG. Absorption and mass balance of piperonyl butoxide following an 8-h dermal exposure in human volunteers. Toxicol Lett. 1999 Jun 30;107(1-3):207-17. Abstract

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