Wound Care & Antiseptics
Antiseptics and disinfectants for wound cleaning, cuts, and skin disinfection
Antiseptic throat lozenge
Kills germs in the throat and mouth
Antiseptic
throat and mouth
Antiseptic
Kills bacteria and prevents infection
Benzalkonium Chloride; Chlorhexidine Gluconate
OTCWound cleaning, cuts and scrapes, skin disinfection before injections or minor surgery, general antiseptic use, hand washing in hospitals, cleaning minor burns
Chlorhexidine Digluconate
OTCMouth infections, gum disease (swollen or bleeding gums), wound cleaning, skin disinfection before surgery or injections, sore throat, umbilical cord care for newborns
Chlorhexidine Gluconate
OTCWound cleaning, surgical hand scrub, skin disinfection before surgery or injections, umbilical cord care for newborns, mouth wash for gum infections and mouth sores, general skin antisepsis
Chlorinated lime; Boric acid
OTCWound cleaning, wound infection, burns, skin ulcers, boils, removal of dead tissue from wounds
Dequalinium Chloride
OTCSore throat, mouth infections, mouth ulcers, thrush (white patches in the mouth), gum infections, tonsillitis
Hydrogen peroxide
OTCCleaning minor wounds and cuts, mouth sores, gum infections, ear wax removal, gargling for sore throat
Povidone-iodine
OTCWound cleaning, prevention of wound infection, sore throat and mouth infections, skin infections, surgical site preparation, minor cuts and burns, vaginal infections
Corticosteroid and Antibiotic combination
Reduces swelling and fights infections
Betamethasone; Neomycin sulfate
PrescriptionEye infections with swelling, ear infections (otitis), red and itchy eyes (conjunctivitis) with bacterial infection, infected nose conditions, inflammation of the eyelids
Dexamethasone; Neomycin; Polymyxin B Sulfate
PrescriptionEye infections with swelling, red eye (apollo) with inflammation, ear infections, swollen or irritated eyes after injury or surgery
Combination
Reduces swelling and fights fungal infections
Combination Anti-infective and Anti-inflammatory
Steroid, Antifungal, Antibiotic, Antiseptic
Antiseptic/Disinfectant
Kills bacteria and prevents infections
Castor oil; Isopropyl alcohol; Pine oil; Chloroxylenol
OTCSkin antiseptic for cuts and wounds, general body hygiene, disinfecting surfaces, preventing skin infections, bathing to keep the body clean and germ-free
Castor oil; Pine oil; Dichloroxylenol
OTCCleaning wounds and cuts, preventing wound infection, skin disinfection, general antiseptic use, cleaning surfaces in the home
Antiseptic / Disinfectant
Kills bacteria and prevents infections
Chlorhexidine Gluconate; Cetrimide
OTCCleaning wounds and cuts, preventing wound infections, cleaning skin before surgery or injections, general antiseptic use for the body, first aid treatment for minor burns and scrapes
Ethanol; Ricinus Communis Seed Oil; Sodium Hydroxide
OTCCleaning and disinfecting wounds, hand hygiene, household surface disinfection, preventing skin infections, general antiseptic use
Ethanol; Wood Naptha
OTCCleaning wounds and skin before injections, disinfecting surfaces and medical equipment, relieving muscle aches when rubbed on the skin, drying out skin rashes and sores, cooling the body during high fever (when dabbed on the skin)
Antiseptic and Disinfectant
Kills germs and prevents infection
Oral analgesic and antiseptic
mouth painkiller and germ killer
Combination topical steroid, antifungal, and antibiotic
Reduces inflammation and kills fungal infections
Antifungal, Corticosteroid, and Antibiotic combination
Fights fungal infections, reduces swelling, kills bacteria
Antifungal and antiseptic skin cream
Fights fungal and bacterial skin infections
Antifungal, Corticosteroid, Antibiotic
combination
Antiseptic and Antifungal dye
Kills germs and fungal infections on skin
Crystal Violet
OTCMouth thrush (oral candidiasis), skin fungal infections, ringworm, minor wound infections, nipple thrush in breastfeeding mothers, skin sores
Methylrosanilinium Chloride
OTCMouth thrush (oral candidiasis), skin fungal infections, minor wound infections, ringworm, nappy rash caused by yeast, boils, and minor cuts or scrapes that may be infected
Corticosteroid and Antibiotic combination
eye preparation
Antiseptic / Anti-infective
Kills bacteria and prevents infections
Antidote
Reverses effects of poison or overdose
Topical Antiseptic / Disinfectant
Kills germs on the skin surface
Combination antifungal, antibiotic, and corticosteroid cream
anti-inflammatory
Antifungal, Antibiotic, and Corticosteroid combination cream
Fights fungal infections, kills bacteria, reduces inflammation
Local Anaesthetic
Relieves pain in a specific area
Antibiotic and Antiseptic combination
Kills bacteria and prevents infection on skin
Antibiotic
Kills bacteria on the skin surface
Antibiotic
topical combination
Combination antibacterial, antifungal, and corticosteroid
steroid cream
Antiviral/Cytotoxic
wart remover
Topical antiseptic and keratolytic
skin treatment
Growth Factor
Wound Healing Agent
Skin protectant / Excipient
Protects and soothes dry or irritated skin
Topical antibiotic
sulfonamide with silver
Topical antibiotic and antiseptic combination
Kills bacteria and prevents infection on skin
Electrolyte and fluid replacement
Replaces lost fluids and electrolytes in the body
Antibiotic
Kills bacteria that cause infections
Intravenous fluid and electrolyte replacement solution
Replaces lost fluids and electrolytes in the body
Antiseptic/Antiparasitic
skin treatment
Antiseptic mouthwash
Kills germs in the mouth and throat
Proteolytic enzyme
anti-inflammatory enzyme
When to see a doctor
Seek care if you notice any of the following
- Your wound is bleeding heavily and won't stop after 15 minutes of applying gentle pressure with a clean cloth.
- You notice a foul smell coming from your wound, which could be a sign of infection.
- Your wound is warm or hot to the touch, or you have a fever over 38°C (100.4°F) with a wound.
- You see pus or yellowish fluid oozing from your wound, which could be a sign of infection.
- You notice redness or swelling around the wound that spreads beyond the wound's edges, or you have red streaks leading from the wound.
For guidance only — always consult a qualified healthcare provider.