Alcohol prep pads is generally made of clean cotton dipped in about 75% medical alcohol solution. Traditional Chinese medicine cupping with alcohol cotton is generally dipped in more than 90% alcohol solution.
Alcohol prep pads is very practical, its composition contains 75% ethanol, has the function of sterilization.
In the hospital, it is usually used to wipe the skin before injection, wipe and disinfect the tools before operation, and alcohol cotton can also be used to disinfect the newborn when cutting the navel. Traditional Chinese medicine cupping also uses alcohol cotton, dipped in 95% alcohol, ignited alcohol cotton can be used for cupping, clean, pollution-free and convenient.
In addition to being used in hospitals, it also plays an important role in daily life. The simplest is for debridement and infection prevention. If you accidentally scratch or cut the skin, you can first use alcohol cotton to wipe the skin around the wound, and then stick a band aid, which is safe and comfortable, and prevents the invasion of bacteria. Adolescent face may grow acne, then carry a few pieces of alcohol cotton, often wipe the skin, not only remove the discomfort, but also can prevent cross infection caused by hand to grasp. It’s easy to cause ear inflammation after drilling ear holes. It’s easy to wipe it sooner or later.
It can also be used for cleaning high-grade lamps, wiping and dedusting when electronic products are coated. After wiping, alcohol volatilizes without residue.