Basic Introduction of Alcohol Prep Pads

Alcohol prep pad is generally made of clean cotton dipped in about 75% medical alcohol solution. The alcohol prep pads used for cupping in traditional Chinese medicine is generally dipped in an alcohol solution of more than 90%.

Alcohol prep pad is very practical. Its composition contains 75% ethanol, which has the effect of sterilization and disinfection.

In hospitals, it is usually used as a skin wipe before injection, and a wipe disinfection of tools before surgery. Alcohol prep pad can also be used to disinfect newborns when cutting the belly button. Alcohol prep pad is also used for cupping in traditional Chinese medicine. After being dipped in 95% ethanol, it can be used for cupping after igniting the alcohol cotton. It is clean, pollution-free and convenient.

In addition to being used in hospitals, it has also played a great role in life. The simplest is for debridement and infection prevention. If you accidentally scrape or cut your skin, you can wipe the skin around the wound with an alcohol swab, and then put a band-aid on it, which is safe and comfortable, and prevents the invasion of bacteria. Adolescents may have acne on the face. At this time, carry a few alcohol prep pads with you and wipe the skin frequently, which will not only clear the discomfort, but also prevent cross-infection caused by scratching with your hands. Ear piercing is easy to cause ear inflammation, and sooner or later, the inflammation will disappear quickly.

It can also be used for cleaning high-end lamps, wiping and dust removal when electronic products are filmed. After wiping, the alcohol evaporates without residue.