What is PHMB Poly (hexamethylene Biguanide) Hydrochloride?
Poly (hexamethylene Biguanide) Hydrochloride (PHMB) has been widely used in medicine as a bactericidal preservative. As a medical product, it is used to sterilize contact lenses, eye drops and surgical procedures. Since PHMB is highly tolerant to the eye, it can be used for the treatment of Acanthamoeba keratitis, prevention and treatment of other eye diseases.
What is PHMB used for?
- Wound Care: PHMB is commonly used as an antimicrobial wound dressing to fight bacteria and fungi, reduce biofilm formation and promote wound healing. It is effective against drug-resistant pathogens such as MRSA and VRE, making it valuable in the treatment of chronic and infected wounds.
- Disinfection: PHMB is used to disinfect surfaces and equipment in healthcare and public facilities. It is also used in swimming pool water treatment as an alternative to chlorine due to its stability and resistance to organic degradation.
- Consumer Products: Its antimicrobial properties are used in products such as hand sanitizers, personal care products and textile treatments to inhibit bacterial growth.
- Veterinary and Agricultural: PHMB can be used as a disinfectant in animal health products and agricultural environments to maintain microbial control in a variety of environments.
