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Hydrogen Peroxide3 Percent

Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
TARGET Corporation
Label updated
2025-04-14
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
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Active ingredient

Hydrogen peroxide 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 one 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

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

Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Directions

For use as a first aid antiseptic:

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

For use as an 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 affected area for at least 1 minute and then spit out. Do not swallow.
    • use up to 4 times daily after meals and at bedtime or as directed by a dentist or doctor
  • children under 12 years should be supervised in the use of this product
  • children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor dentist
Other information
  • Keep tightly closed and in a dark place at room temperature.
  • Do not shake bottle. Hold away from face when opening.
Inactive ingredient

purified water

Questions or comments?

Call 1-800-910-6874

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hydrogen peroxide 3% USP

First Aid Antiseptic

Oral Debriding Agent

FL OZ (mL)

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

Dist. by Target Corporation

Minneapolis, MN 55403

Package Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

 

DailyMed Set ID: 93d0bb3a-51d3-44c8-8fb7-bdb82adfbb65 · Version 6
NDC: 11673-268