Dichlorophen is an anticestodal agent, fungicide, germicide, and antimicrobial agent.[2] It is used in combination with toluene for the removal of parasites such as ascarids, hookworms, and tapeworms from dogs and cats.[3]

Safety and regulation

LD50 (oral, mouse) is 3300 mg/kg.[4]

References

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