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Hydrogen Peroxide

Dosage form
SOLUTION
Labeler
Hydrox Laboratories
Label updated
2026-01-12
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
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Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Hydrogen Peroxide (stabilized) 3%

Purpose

First aid antiseptic/Oral debriding agent

Uses
  • first aid to help prevent the risk of infection in minor cuts, scrapes and burns
  • aids in the removal of phlegm, mucous, or other secretions associated with occasional sore mouth
Warnings

Label information

For external use only

Label information

Do not use

  • in the eyes or apply over large areas of the body
  • longer than 1 week

Label information

Ask a doctor before use if you havedeep or puncture wounds, animal bites or serious burns

Label information

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • the condition persists or gets worse
  • sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days
  • irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens
  • swelling, rash, or fever develops

Label information

Keep out of reach of children.If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

First aid antiseptic:

  • clean the affected area
  • apply a small amount of product on the area 1 to 3 times daily
  • may be covered with a sterile bandage
  • if bandaged, let dry first

Oral debriding agent (oral rinse):
adults and children 2 years of age and over:

  • mix with an equal amount of water
  • swish around in the mouth over the affected area for at least 1 minute and then spit out
  • use up to 4 times daily after meals and at bedtime or as directed by a dentist or doctor
  • children under 12 years of age should be supervised in the use of this product
  • children under 2 years of age: consult a dentist or doctor
Other information

Keep tightly closed in a cool dark place. Do not shake bottle. Hold away from face when opening.

Inactive ingredient

Purified Water

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 473 mL Bottle Label

OPTIMATES
HYDROX
CHEMICALS
TRADEMARK
SINCE 1913

Hydrox

NDC 10565-001-16

SOLUTION OF
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
3% USP 10 VOLUME

3%

TAMPER EVIDENT CAP FOR YOUR PROTECTION.

IF RING-BAND IS DETACHED FROM CAP OR MISSING DO NOT USE.

FIRST AID ANTISEPTIC
Made in USA

16 FL. OZ. (473 mL)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 6e5709b4-cc56-4768-b704-1d9b0e3efec7 · Version 12
NDC: 10565-001