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A strong oxidizing agent used in aqueous solution as a ripening agent, bleach, and topical anti-infective. It is relatively unstable and solutions deteriorate over time unless stabilized by the addition of acetanilide or similar organic materials.

Also Known As:

Hydroperoxide; Oxydol; Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2); Perhydrol; Superoxol; Peroxide, Hydrogen

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Anti-Infective Agents, Local
Oxidants

Inorganic Chemicals: 9
- Electrolytes: 16464
  - Ions: 8156
    - Anions: 3558
      - Oxides: 2599
        Peroxides: 1305
        Hydrogen Peroxide: 6889
- Free Radicals: 15214
  - Reactive Oxygen Species: 40904
    - Peroxides: 1305
      - Hydrogen Peroxide: 6889
- Oxygen Compounds: 12
  - Oxides: 2599
    - Peroxides: 1305
      - Hydrogen Peroxide: 6889
Organic Chemicals: 140
- Free Radicals: 15214
  - Reactive Oxygen Species: 40904
    - Peroxides: 1305
      - Hydrogen Peroxide: 6889

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