Guaiacol

Synonyms

2-Hydroxy-Anisole

2-Hydroxyanisole

2-Methoxy-Phenol

2-Methoxyphenol

Catechol, Methyl

Guaicol

Methyl Catechol

Phenol, 2-methoxy-

An agent thought to have disinfectant properties and used as an expectorant. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p747)