Rx Note

Introduction Potassium permanganate (KMnO4) is an oxidizing agent with disinfectant (mild antiseptic), deodorizing and astringent (something that dries the skin) properties . The clinical value of it as bactericide is limited by its repaid reduction in the presence of body fluids. Hence, it is often used to treat weeping or blistering conditions such as acute weeping/infected eczema and leg ulcers. NOTE: Once the skin become dry, patient should be advised to stop using the solution. Method of Administration Ideally, the solution should be prepared freshly just before use. Once in solution form, it may undergo oxidation and become brown in colour. The recommended concentration of potassium permanganate for treating weeping or blistering conditions is 1:10,000 (light pink colour) . To prepare a 1:10,000 solution, you can Dilute one part of potassium permanganate 1:1000 with 9 parts of water. Dilute 10 ml of 1.5% potassium permanganate to 1.5 L with water Dilute 10 ml of 5% potassium pe...