Antiseptics and Antibacterial Products

Antiseptics are a critical first aid tool to reduce bacteria and contaminants on the skin. When soap and water are not available, you can use antiseptics to get your skin clean or to remove contaminants from injuries and open wounds. First aid antiseptics are a type of antimicrobial that is applied to the skin to reduce the chances of infection. Hand Sanitizers are the most common antiseptic used. Keeping clean using antiseptics is essential to being healthy and avoiding illnesses such as the flu. Also, using hand sanitizers before working on a patient or even before eating can greatly reduce the risk of sickness for the patient.

Types of Antiseptic Products

Antiseptic towelettes, sprays and washes, can relieve pain and prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes and burns. Common active ingredients in antiseptics are Benzethonium Chloride, Benzocaine, Lidocaine Hydrochloride, Benzalkonium Chloride and Ethyl Alcohol. Antiseptic and antibacterial products are essential items for any first aid kits as they help to treat wounds, protect the patient and also protect the EMT.

Antiseptic Solution

A wash or a solution is a great first aid antiseptic to keep around the house or in a first aid kit. Products such as hydrogen peroxide are known to deeply clean wounds and scrapes.

Antiseptic Spray

Sprays are typically small and easy to store. Whether you are a sports team coach or a parent, having an accessible antiseptic spray is good first aid practice. These sprays are easily applied and promote safe healing.

Sanitizers

Hand Sanitizers are the most common antiseptic used. Keeping clean using these disinfecting products is essential to being healthy and avoiding illnesses such as the flu. Also, using hand sanitizers before working on a patient or even before eating can greatly reduce the risk of sickness for the patient.