What are alcohol swabs?Can use an alcohol swab on a wound?
Prevent infections with single-use alcohol swabs. Each swab is saturated with 70% isopropyl alcohol and helps kill the germs in the area surrounding the wound. Each wipe is individually packaged, and they do a great job of cleansing and preventing infection in minor cuts, scrapes and abrasions.
An alcohol swab around the wound helps prevent infection. However, never apply alcohol to an open cut. Alcohol kills germs but hurts and stings injured flesh. Avoid rubbing alcohol directly on tiny cuts or scrapes since it can damage tissue and slow healing.