Antiseptic for Wounds and Cuts

Updated: June 25, 2024

Background

Epidemiology

Anatomy

Pathophysiology

Etiology

Genetics

Prognostic Factors

Clinical History

Physical Examination

Age group

Associated comorbidity

Associated activity

Acuity of presentation

Differential Diagnoses

Laboratory Studies

Imaging Studies

Procedures

Histologic Findings

Staging

Treatment Paradigm

by Stage

by Modality

Chemotherapy

Radiation Therapy

Surgical Interventions

Hormone Therapy

Immunotherapy

Hyperthermia

Photodynamic Therapy

Stem Cell Transplant

Targeted Therapy

Palliative Care

Medication

sodium hypochlorite solution

Gel form:
Apply sufficient amount to completely cover skin area around the indwelling catheter
Apply a thin layer and repeat if required
Apply thick layer of 1/4 to 1/2 inch to entire wound bed and apply a thin layer to peri wound skin area
Liquid form:
Apply one time in a day and it may be repeated up to two times daily for wound cleansing
Apply one time in a day for lightly to moderately type of wounds
Apply two times daily for contaminated type of wounds
Apply to eyelids two times daily as spray solution

feracrylum

Apply a thin layer topically one to two times daily on to the affected area

cetrimide

0.5% or 1% cream is to be applied to the affected areas
(Or)
0.5% spray solution to be sprayed on the affected skin for 2 to 3 times a day

cadexomer iodine

Apply in small amounts to affected area daily in every 8 hours

feracrylum

For 13 to 18 years old:
Apply a thin layer topically one to two times daily on to the affected area

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