by C COLE 2024 Cited by 225Topical disinfectants such as hydrogen peroxide should not be used in the treatment of impetigo.
For patients whose impetigo is worsening or has not improved after treatment with hydrogen peroxide Alternative if fusidic acid resistance suspected or
Hydrogen peroxide, dihydrogen dioxide, hydrogen dioxide, hydrogen oxide, oxydol, peroxide. Carbamide peroxide, urea peroxide, hydrogen peroxide carbamide, urea
Good hygiene and topical hydrogen peroxide should normally be the initial strategy for localised non-bullous impetigo, but early treatment with a topical antibiotic is also an option if hydrogen peroxide is unsuitable.
This bulletin provides information on hydrogen peroxide 1% cream and its use in impetigo to support implementation of NG153. Additional
Hydrogen peroxide 1% cream. Formulary. Approved for non-bullous impetigo (JFC September 2024). Provider notes. NMUH: Approved for non-bullous impetigo. RFL: No
According to the new NICE guidance, GPs should prescribe topical hydrogen peroxide 1% instead of topical antibiotics for patients with localised non-bullous impetigo. The guidance states that hydrogen peroxide 1% cream is as effective as topical antibiotics in patients with localised, non-bullous impetigo, provided they are not systemically
Impetigo index: A GP or pharmacist will check it's not something more serious, like cellulitis. If it's impetigo, you may need: hydrogen peroxide cream if
Jersey healthcare practitioners, please see the new guidance from NICE on management of impetigo. Hydrogen peroxide 1% cream can be an
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Keep up the good work.
Also, I sometimes work with a 12% solution, and if you get even a small drop on your skin, it will immediately turn white. So H2O2 is not harmless, and can definitely cause damage and pain.
the mystery's solved;
the peroxide blonde chews
with giggles galore
to heighten her mental acuity!