Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen Peroxide Solution is an antiseptic and antifungal agent used on the wounded skin to prevent infection. When applied to the skin, it releases oxygen and causes effervescence (foams). This helps remove dead skin and cleans the wound making the recovery process faster.
Hydrogen Peroxide Solution is for external use only. You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medicine work better by keeping the affected areas clean, making sure they are dry and washing your hands before and after treating the infection.
Uses of Hydrogen Peroxide Solution
- Wound infection
Benefits of Hydrogen Peroxide Solution
In Wound infection
Hydrogen Peroxide Solution is an antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of wound infection. Hydrogen Peroxide Solution kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes, thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, or any break in the skin from getting infected. Keep the affected area clean and use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Hydrogen Peroxide Solution
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Hydrogen Peroxide
- Skin peeling
- Itching
- Stinging sensation
- Erythema (skin redness)
- Edema (swelling)
How to use Hydrogen Peroxide Solution
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
How Hydrogen Peroxide Solution works
Hydrogen Peroxide Solution is an antiseptic. When applied on the skin, it works by releasing oxygen and causes effervescence. This helps remove dead skin and cleans the wound.