Hydrogen Peroxide
Definition
H2O2
Colorless
For safety used as a solution
Oxidiser
Bleaching agent
Disinfectant
Water with one more oxygen atom in the molecule
Uses
Sterilization of various surfaces, surgical tools, room sterilization (vapour)
Effective against viruses, bacteria, yeasts and bacterial spores
Disinfecting wounds - but slows healing and lead to scarring
Very low concentration induces healing - but not to be applied repeatedly
Caution
In higher concentration harmful and explosive
Use in alternative medicine
Either orally or as Injections for emphysema, influenza, AIDS and in particular Cancer similar to Ozone therapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy -
