Hydrogen Peroxide

Take hydrogen peroxide exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully.

The Hydrogen Peroxide dose your doctor recommends will be based on the following (use any or all that apply):

• the condition being treated
• other medical conditions you have
• other medications you are taking
• how you respond to this medication
• your weight
• your height
• your age
• your gender

Hydrogen Peroxide is available in the following doses:

• Hydrogen Peroxide Topical 1.5% Mucous Membrane Gel
• Hydrogen Peroxide Topical 1.5% Mucous Membrane Solution
• Hydrogen Peroxide Topical 3% Topical Solution
• Hydrogen Peroxide Topical 30% Topical Solution
• Hydrogen Peroxide Topical 35% Topical Solution

• H2O2
• Hydrogen Dioxide
• Peroxide

• Antibacterial, Topical
• Antibiotic, Oral Rinse

Topical: Dermal application: Solution/spray (3%): Do not shake. Hold container away from face when opening. Clean the affected area prior to application. May cover with a sterile bandage after solution has dried. Solutions with a concentration >3% are irritants and must be diluted prior to use.

Topical: Oral application: For topical use only; do not swallow. Children under 12 years of age should be supervised during use.

Removal of oral secretions: Solution (3%): Mix with equal amounts of water; swish around mouth over affected area for at least 1 minute, then spit out.

Mouth, gum, or dental irritation:

Oral rinse (1.4%): Swish around the mouth over affected area for at least one minute, then spit out.

Gel (1.7%): Apply to affected area(s) of mouth. Allow to remain in place for at least 1 minute, then spit out.

Other warnings/precautions:

• Appropriate use: Repeat use as a mouthwash or gargle may produce irritation of the buccal mucous membrane or “hairy tongue”; bandages should not be applied too quickly after its use; 10% and 30% solutions must be diluted prior to use.

Hydrogen peroxide is a mild antiseptic used on the skin to prevent infection of minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. It may also be used as a mouth rinse to help remove mucus or to relieve minor mouth irritation (e.g., due to canker/cold sores, gingivitis). This product works by releasing oxygen when it is applied to the affected area. The release of oxygen causes foaming, which helps to remove dead skin and clean the area.

This product should not be used to treat deep wounds, animal bites, or serious burns.

How to use Hydrogen Peroxide Solution, Non-

Follow all directions on the product package. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not use in the eyes or apply over large areas of skin.

If you are using this product on the skin, clean the affected area before use. Apply a small amount of product on the affected area, usually 1 to 3 times daily or as directed by your doctor. If you apply a bandage after using this product, let the area dry first.

If you are using this product as a mouth rinse, mix with an equal amount of water before using. Swish in the mouth over the affected area for at least 1 minute, then spit out. Do not swallow this product. Rinse up to 4 times daily or as directed by your dentist or doctor.

Use this product regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time(s) each day.

Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve in 7 days or if it worsens. If you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.

Before using hydrogen peroxide, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

This product is safe to use during pregnancy.

It is unlikely that this product passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

If you are using this product under your doctor's direction, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.

Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.