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1 tsp. to a glass of boiled water...8 oz. cool...use as a wash for conjunctivitis.

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Can borax be used for eyes like boric acid?

No, borax should not be used for eyes. Boric acid is sometimes used as an eyewash to alleviate certain eye conditions, but borax is a different compound and is not safe for eye use. If you are experiencing any eye discomfort or need treatment, it is best to consult a healthcare professional.


What do you do if your pool has high chlorine levels?

You can shock the water with the appropriate chemical. You can also pH the water to make sure that the other molecules are in proper ratio. Bottom line you want a balance with the acid and base such that the pH of the water will not irritate your skin or eyes.


What is the chemical formula for Boric Acid?

I've spent a great deal of money going to eye doctors and on medicines over the past 10 years trying to find a cure for my "leaky eyes." One tiny bottle of eyedrops was more than $100 and not covered by insurance. I used that for months with absolutely no change. The only thing that seems to give relief, though temporary, is the boric acid compress. My father used it, but since he's long gone, I could only guess at the measurements. I was using a half teaspoon per cup which didn't seem to do any harm and dried my eyes for short periods of time. Although I tend to believe mine is not conjunctivitis since my problem doesn't respond to topical or internal antibiotics or anything the MDs have prescribed, I did find a great deal of information at this web site: http://www.health911.com/remedies/rem_conju.htm At www.dryeyepain.com/Practical3-Vit_Compr.htm - 41k they list 1/8 teaspoon of boric acid powder to 1 cup sterile water.


Is malic acid sour?

Yes! Malic acid is often used as a coating on sour hard sugar candy - the ones that make your mouth (and sometimes eyes) water.


What is worse to your eyes strong acid or base?

Base. A base will do more terminal damage to your eyes than the acid.

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Can boric acid be used in eyes?

yes, from what I understand, you can mix 1 quart of boiled distilled H20 with 1 TBSP Boric Acid for use as an eyewash.


What is used when you get acid in your eye?

Flush you're eye with milk (or any mild base, there a washes specifically for this in most chem labs) and then water (because milk and other bases aren't good for your eyes either), and get to the ER right away.


Is boric acid toxic when used in eye drops?

Not when you use a good brand eyedrops. From Wikipedia English : ´boric acid eye drops´ " Boric acid has the distinction of being the only known acid that is actually beneficial (rather than harmful) to the eyes, and as such is used by ophthalmologists and in some commercial eye drops. " Accessed July 16 2008.


How do you stop my eyes from burning and ive tried putting water and it dint work?

Chamomile drops now could do wonders with burning eyes. You can probably get them at alternative health stores and you can also mix up you own eye bath solution of Boric acid crystals and sterile water. It would be wise to check the proportions before using this remedy. It works well and costs next to nothing. Most pharmacies sell Boric acid crystals.


Can borax be used for eyes like boric acid?

No, borax should not be used for eyes. Boric acid is sometimes used as an eyewash to alleviate certain eye conditions, but borax is a different compound and is not safe for eye use. If you are experiencing any eye discomfort or need treatment, it is best to consult a healthcare professional.


Can Boric Acid be used on human skin to kill parasites?

boric acid can be toxic if you use it in the wrong ways


What plant can cure conjunctivitis?

Firstly, wash your eyes with physiologic serum, and right after without letting the physiologic serum to evaporate, pour some amount of a solution of boric acid on your eyes.


How much boracic powder should be used to wash the eyes of a cat?

I think you mean boric acid and by all means do NOT put it anywhere near a cat's eyes, as you could damage them.


How do you relieve itching with conjunctivitis?

A boric acid eyewash can be used to clean and soothe the eyes. A warm compress applied to the eyes for five to 10 minutes three times a day can help relieve the discomfort of bacterial and viral conjunctivitis.


What do you do if your pool has high chlorine levels?

You can shock the water with the appropriate chemical. You can also pH the water to make sure that the other molecules are in proper ratio. Bottom line you want a balance with the acid and base such that the pH of the water will not irritate your skin or eyes.


Why will exhaust make your eyes burn?

Oxides of nitrogen (NOx), a combustion by-product, combine with water to form acid. The acid irritates your eyes.


Which chemicals could cause your eyes to water and irritate your lungs?

Well... Sulfur can make the fluids on your eyes to turn to sulfuric acid, and can get into your lungs and turn into acid there, too. Please, improve if I didn't answer your question.