Hydrogen Peroxide

Information about Hydrogen Peroxide

Hydrogen Peroxide Uses

Hydrogen Peroxide is used to prevent wound infection.

How Hydrogen Peroxide works

Hydrogen peroxide is an oxidising agent with antibacterial and antiviral activity. It is used as an antiseptic, disinfectant, and deodorant. It also has a mild haemostatic action. It exerts its antiseptic action partly by its ready release of oxygen when applied to tissues, but this effect is reduced in the presence of organic matter. The mechanical effect of effervescence may be more useful for wound cleansing than the antimicrobial action.

Common side effects of Hydrogen Peroxide

Skin peeling, Itching, Erythema (skin redness), Stinging sensation, Edema (swelling)
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Available Medicine for Hydrogen Peroxide

PeroxitaMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
1171 variant(s)
Hydrogen PeroxideProcter & Gamble Hygiene and Health Care Ltd
22 to ₹767 variant(s)
DiverseyDiversey India Hygiene Pvt Ltd
5867 to ₹61393 variant(s)
HydroxylSandika Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
751 variant(s)
PiomaPioma Chemtech Inc
221 variant(s)
DentacleanBiomedica International
381 variant(s)
SislaSisla Laboratories
32 to ₹2799 variant(s)
HoxCapricorn Biotech
1041 variant(s)

Expert advice for Hydrogen Peroxide

  • Hydrogen Peroxide should be applied on skin 2 to 3 times a day or as suggested by the doctor.
  • Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested.
  • Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
  • Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved 7 days of treatment.
  • Inform your doctor if redness and irritation last for a longer period of time.

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