ATC Code: D0 8A
Antiseptics and Disinfectants
Hydrogen peroxide is a well-known antiseptic agent, and is effective against a majority of pathogenic micro-organisms.
In-vitro pharmacology studies have shown that hydrogen peroxide has both activity against a wide variety of micro-organisms, and is a potent antibacterial agent with effect against Gram-positive as well as Gram-negative bacteria.
In-vitro studies have shown that the bactericidal activity of Crystacide cream 1% is equal in effect compared with a 1% aqueous solution of hydrogen peroxide, and the duration of action is longer for the cream.
There are no known pathogenic bacteria or fungi that develop resistance to hydrogen peroxide.