Boric acid, 3% alcohol 25 ml

Boric acid is an antiseptic agent, also has insecticidal (including antipediculosis) effect. It coagulates proteins (including enzyme proteins) of microbial cell, breaks cell membrane permeability. 5% aqueous solution inhibits phagocytosis processes, 2 4% solution inhibits bacterial growth and development.

It has an irritating effect on mucous membranes, granulation tissues. Upon absorption it has systemic toxic effects.

Pharmacokinetics

It penetrates well through skin and mucous membranes; it is slowly excreted and may accumulate in organs and tissues. Excreted by the kidneys In 50% (within 12 hours), the remainder within 5-7 days.

Indications

Active ingredient

Composition

1 liter of solution for external use contains:

the active ingredient:

boric acid 30.0 g,

supplementary substance:

ethyl alcohol 70% to 1000 ml

How to take, the dosage

In case of skin diseases the affected surfaces are treated or used in the form of lotions with 3% solution in ethanol.

In case of acute and chronic otitis media it is injected by 3-5 drops or inserted as a turunda into the external auditory canal 2-3 times a day in the form of 3% solution in ethanol.

Special Instructions

Avoid application to mucous membranes and large areas of the body.

Contraindications

Side effects

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