Q: Which specialist doctor to consult if I get rashes after the use of a hand sanitizer?
A: Consult a dermatologist if you experience a severe skin reaction to hand sanitizer.
Q: Can I make my hand sanitizer at home if I can’t find it in the store?
A: Hand rubs, if made incorrectly, can be ineffective and have the possibility of causing adverse skin burns. FDA also recommends that consumers do not make their own hand sanitizer.
Q: Do all hand sanitizers have the same efficiency in killing germs?
A: The CDC recommends using a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol to kill most disease-causing germs. Non-alcohol-based hand sanitizers have less reliable activity against certain bacteria and viruses†compared to alcohol-based sanitizers.
Q: Which is better: Soap or hand sanitizer?
A: Hand sanitizers do not work well work if your hands are visibly dirty or greasy. Soap and water are recommended in such circumstances. It is also the best way to get the novel coronavirusand other germsoff your hands.
Q: What can I do to reduce the emergence of superbugs that arise due to the overuse of hand sanitizers?
A: Always follow the instructions carefully while using a hand rub. Do not dilute or combine pre-prepared products with other ones. Make sure you rub your hands for a full 20-30 seconds using hand rubs.
