Hibiclens antiseptic skin cleanser is strong enough to kill some of the toughest hospital germs but gentle enough for routine family hand washing. The active ingredient in Hibiclens is 4% chlorhexidine gluconate which helps reduce bacteria that can potentially cause disease.
Both rubbing alcohol and hydrogen peroxide kill bacteria, viruses, and fungi. (Photo Credit: ColleenMichaels/Dreamstime.) Rubbing alcohol is effective against bacteria such as E. coli and staph, killing them within 10 seconds.
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While hydrogen peroxide isn't effective in treating your skin, its antiseptic properties make it useful around the house. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it can kill viruses, bacteria, yeast, fungi and spores.
Iodine solutions or tinctures long have been used by health professionals primarily as antiseptics on skin or tissue. Iodophors, on the other hand, have been used both as antiseptics and disinfectants.
NEOSPORIN®, POLYSPORIN®, and Bacitracin are the three most popular antibiotic ointments. All are over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, which means they can be bought without getting a prescription from a doctor.
Flush liquid-exposed skin and hair with plain water for at least 5 minutes. Wash exposed area extremely thoroughly with soap and water. Use caution to avoid hypothermia when decontaminating children or the elderly. Use blankets or warmers when appropriate.
"Hydrogen peroxide is actually detrimental to wound healing," says Dr. Yaakovian. "It prevents healing rather than promoting it." That's because its reactive power isn't specific to germs.
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The application of a topical triple-antibiotic ointment (containing neomycin, polymyxin, and bacitracin) eradicated resident bacteria through 25 layers of the stratum corneum and prevented repopulation of bacteria overnight but not at 1 week.
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Hydrogen peroxide inactivates microorganisms (bacteria, yeasts, fungi, viruses, and spores) through oxidization. It can be converted into highly reactive hydroxyl radicals (OH), which attack membrane lipids, DNA, and other essential cell components to inactivate bacteria.
Clean the skin around the wound using soap and water or antiseptic – but try not to get antiseptic into the wound. Pat the area dry using a gauze swab or a clean tea towel. Put on a sterile dressing or a plaster.
Acetic acid (vinegar) is an effective mycobactericidal disinfectant that should also be active against most other bacteria. These findings are consistent with and extend the results of studies performed in the early and mid-20th century on the disinfectant capacity of organic acids.
Side Effects and Risks
Using a high concentration of hydrogen peroxide on your skin could cause blistering and burning. Even 3% medical grade can cause skin irritation, which can usually be remedied by washing the skin and applying ointment.
Polyhexethylene biguanide (PHMB), also known as polyhexanide, is the antiseptic of choice for colonised and infected chronic wounds and burns. It is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial that is effective against a variety of pathogens, including MRSA, P. aeruginosa and other bacteria.
Its strong disinfecting properties break down the fungus's structure and make it a popular remedy for people seeking a natural option. Applying peroxide directly to the nail can disinfect the area and potentially slow the spread of infection. However, peroxide alone may not fully clear up a deep infection.
Neomycin frequently causes allergic reactions of the skin called contact dermatitis. It can cause the skin to become red, scaly, and itchy. The more Neosporin you use, the worse the skin reaction gets.