Antiseptics & Disinfectants (Wound & Surface Care)
A clinical guide to antiseptic agents and chemical disinfectants. This section explores products used for skin preparation, wound cleansing, and sterilization protocols, including alcohols, iodine, and chlorhexidine. Reviewed by Dr. Ahmad Baker for dermatological safety and antimicrobial efficacy.
Composition Contains 1% povidone iodine. Indications Pharyngitis. Tonsillitis. Aphsous ulcers. Stomatitis. Gingivitis. Glossitis Dosage & applications Use the gargle undiluted or diluted with an equal volume of warm water every 2-4 hours, gargle for at least 30 seconds. Package Bottle of 100ml. Storage Store at temperature not exceeding 30°C. Keep in dry place, protect from…
Composition Each 100 gm. contains: Nitrofurazone 0.2 gm. Water soluble base Q.S to 100 gm. Indication Superficial skin burns (2nd and 3rd degree). Skin wounds and ulcers. For preparation of surfaces before skin graft to prevent microbial contamination. Treatment of scabies. Precautions Do not use Furazone gel in patients with severe renal failure since nitrofurazone…
Composition Each 100 ml contains: Povidone lodine U.S.P. 10 g. Properties Broad spectrum bactericidal for Gram+ve and Gram-ve microorganisms even for antibiotic-resistant strains. Prompt action Prolonged duration of disinfection. Non-irritant Non-staining. Uses and Directions Household Use First aid antiseptic for minor wounds, burns, lacerations, abrasions and insect bites; apply without dilution. Bathing, general care and personal…
Composition Each 100 ml solution contains: Cetrimide 1.5 gm. Chloroxylenol 1.5 gm. Dichloroxylenol 1.5 gm. Properties and Action Polysept-All® is a very powerful antiseptic and disinfectant with a unique characteristics aromatic refreshing odor, and is thus devoid of the unpleasant odor of other antiseptics. Cetrimide is a quaternary ammonium salt which adsorbs onto the surface…
Composition Each 100 gm contains: Nitrofurazone 0.2 gm. Pharmacological Action Furaderm® soluble dressing is a preparation containing 0.2% nitrofurazone in a water-soluble base. Nitrofurazone is a nitrofuran derivative with a broad spectrum bactericidal activity against most Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms that cause external infections, including Staphylococci, Streptococci, Escherichia coli, Clostridium perfringens, Aerobacter aerogenes and Proteus.…