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Hydrogen Peroxide

Dosage form
SOLUTION
Labeler
CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
Label updated
2026-09-02
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient

Hydrogen peroxide (stablized) 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, mucus, or other secretions associated with occasional sore mouth
Warnings

For external use only

Do not use
  • in the eyes or apply over large areas of the body
  • longer than 1 week
Ask a doctor before use if you have

deep or puncture wounds, animal bites or serious burns

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
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 affected area 1 to 3 times a day
  • may be covered with a sterile bandage
  • if bandaged, let dry first

Oral debriding agent (oral rinse): adults, 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 
  • children under 12 years of age should be supervised in the use 
  • children under 2 years of age: consult a dentist, doctor
Other information

keep tightly closed and at controlled room temperature. Do not shake bottle. Hold away from face when opening.

Inactive ingredient

purified water

Adverse reaction

Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc.

One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895

© 2026 CVS/pharmacy

cvs.com

Pat. D675, 101

Principal display panel

NDC 59779-871-45

CVS™

Topical Solution USP

Hydrogen Peroxide

FIRST AID ANTISEPTIC

ORAL DEBRIDING AGENT

For treatment of minor cuts & abrasions

For use as a gargle or rinse

3%

Do not use if printed seal under cap is broken or missing

32 FL OZ (1 QT) 946 mL

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 7f518646-c8fe-499a-b5e4-8e5a5a90e01d · Version 18
NDC: 59779-871