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How to make a potassium permanganate solution: proportions, safety measures
In everyday life, potassium permanganate is used as an antiseptic – powerful, cheap, economical. In pharmacies, it is sold less and less, but many have preserved its reserves to this day. In the article we will tell you how to make a solution of potassium permanganate and what proportions are needed when treating wounds, poisoning, burns.
Everyone who is going to use it should know the answer to the question of how to make a solution of potassium permanganate.
General recommendations: how to make a potassium permanganate solution
To prepare even a concentrated solution, several grains are required. During manipulations, make sure that the number of crystals does not exceed the recommended dosage. Overdosing will result in a concentrate that is too strong and will burn the skin.
Observe safety measures:
- do not touch the potassium permanganate with your hands
- stir the solution thoroughly until all crystals are dissolved
- use only fresh solution
Do not use enamel, ceramic and porcelain dishes for the preparation of the solution – stains will remain on it.
Glass or unnecessary containers will do.
How to make a weak solution of potassium permanganate?
For food poisoning, gargling and disinfecting water, the weakest solution is used – up to 0,1%.
To prepare it, you need to prepare the following tools:
- fork, knife or stick
- transparent container
- a liter of warm water – up to 40 degrees
- potassium permanganate
Pour 200 ml of the total amount of water. Take 2-3 purple grains with the tip of a knife or other object and add to the glass. Stir the solution thoroughly and add it to the remaining liquid.
How to make a solution of potassium permanganate for treating wounds
To destroy bacteria, a more concentrated solution is prepared – up to 0,5%. It is done in the same way as in the previous case, with one difference: 3-4 crystals are added per liter of water. The result should be a pink solution, the color of which determines the concentration. The brighter the shade of the finished liquid, the richer it is.
When treating a wound, apply the solution around the affected area, not on it. You can also use diluted potassium permanganate to replace the dressing. Apply a solution to it and after a minute remove the gauze – the skin will easily be freed from it
Potassium permanganate is a universal antiseptic that is used both outside and inside. Crystals must be used carefully and only individually. The more grains are used and the richer the color of the solution, the higher the likelihood that you will burn the treated area rather than disinfect.