Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide is a disinfectant/deodorant. Hydrogen peroxide is used for cleaning wounds. Other uses include mouth wash, treatment of acne, and minor skin infections.
Primary Characteristics
It belongs to Oxide.
It is classified in Wound Healing Agent pharmacological group. It is also classified under Dermatological Products .
Molecular Weight: 34.01 · Solubility in Water: null · Solubility in Alcohol: null · Non-proprietary name: Hydrogen peroxide.
Pharmacokinetics
Elimination: it is metabolised via Hepatic, plasma half-life is 8 - 12 hr.
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Indications
Hydrogen Peroxide is primarily indicated in conditions like Adrenal insufficiency, Allergy, Dermatosis, Stomatitis.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Dosage
Hydrogen Peroxide's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 1.25 % | 1.25 % | — | Cream | As Required |
| 6 % | 6 % | — | Topical | As Required |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Hydrogen Peroxide in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Diabetes , Ulcerative Colitis, Gangrene of Intestine.
Hydrogen Peroxide is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Arthralgia, Cataract, Edema, Euphoria, Headache, Hirsutism , Increased appetite, Indigestion , Insomnia, Nervousness.
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.15 — Disinfectants and antiseptics
- 2.17.8 — Stomatologicals and dentifrices
- 3.28 — Otic drugs