Question

What are Tincture of Antiseptics?

Answer

Tincture of iodine (solution of 2-3% iodine in alcohol-water mixture) is applied on wounds. (i) Amyl metacresol, an antiseptic used for mouthwash or gargles. (ii) Boric acid is a weak antiseptic for eyes. (iii) H₂O₂, salol (phenyl salicylate) and mercurochrome are used as antiseptics.

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