Various types of antiseptics their features and uses in first aid treatment-“Gentian violet”

Gentian violet

It is an agent used for preventing the growth of microorganism. But it cannot kill microorganisms.

Features:

it is moderately soluble in water, alcohol and glycerin.

Its 1% solution in 10% alcohol is used for superficial pyogenic infection of skin and mucous membranes, chronic and irritant lesions of the skin.

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