Indications
Ethanol + Isopropyl alcohol hand rubs are used mainly as a topical antiseptic, meaning they are applied to the skin. They also have several industrial and household uses. The term "rubbing alcohol" has become a loose, general name, and people use it for rubbing-alcohol products made from either isopropyl alcohol (isopropanol) or ethyl alcohol (ethanol).
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Pharmacology
Ethanol and isopropyl alcohol belong to the same alcohol family, and they work as disinfectants in much the same way. Ethanol is the alcohol found in alcoholic beverages. Isopropyl alcohol goes by other names too: isopropanol, 2-propanol and rubbing alcohol. For disinfecting, both are usually used at a concentration of 70 percent in water.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.