Detoxification of pyrogens by hydrogen peroxide in some U.S. P. injections.
1948
A TAUB, and
F HART
UI
MeSH Term
Description
Entries
D007267
Injections
Introduction of substances into the body using a needle and syringe.
Injectables,Injectable,Injection
D011749
Pyrogens
Substances capable of increasing BODY TEMPERATURE and cause FEVER and may be used for FEVER THERAPY. They may be of microbial origin, often POLYSACCHARIDES, and may contaminate distilled water.
Pyrogen
D006859
Hydrogen
The first chemical element in the periodic table with atomic symbol H, and atomic number 1. Protium (atomic weight 1) is by far the most common hydrogen isotope. Hydrogen also exists as the stable isotope DEUTERIUM (atomic weight 2) and the radioactive isotope TRITIUM (atomic weight 3). Hydrogen forms into a diatomic molecule at room temperature and appears as a highly flammable colorless and odorless gas.
Protium,Hydrogen-1
D006861
Hydrogen Peroxide
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.