ANTISEPTICS USED IN OBSTETRICS

Chlorhexidine: It is a broad-spectrum antiseptic that is used to prevent and treat infections of the skin,
mucous membranes, and wounds 1. It is also used as a vaginal wash to prevent infections during labor
and delivery 1.

Povidone-iodine: It is a broad-spectrum antiseptic that is used to prevent and treat infections of the
skin, mucous membranes, and wounds 2. It is also used as a vaginal wash to prevent infections during
labor and delivery

Benzalkonium chloride: It is a quaternary ammonium compound that is used as a disinfectant and

antiseptic 2. It is also used as a preservative in some medications

Hydrogen peroxide: It is a mild antiseptic that is used to clean wounds and prevent infections 2. It is also
used as a mouthwash to treat oral infections

Alcohol: It is a common antiseptic that is used to clean the skin before injections and other medical
procedures 2. It is also used as a disinfectant for medical equipment 2.

ommonly used disinfectants in obstetricsC

Quaternary Ammonium

Hypochlorite

Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide,

Phenolics

Peracetic Acid.