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Probably not in large amounts. You can sprinkle boric acid powder around, like under the sink, at doorways on top of door jambs, etc. As they walk through it they are poisoned. Be sure to keep it away from children. It is available at all big box and drug stores and very inexpensive. Your best bet is to have an exterminator come and get the process started. There stuff is much more effective.
What else can I help you with?
What are some alternatives to hydrogen peroxide for disinfecting and cleaning purposes?
Some alternatives to hydrogen peroxide for disinfecting and cleaning purposes include rubbing alcohol, vinegar, and bleach.
Can you use hydrogen peroxide as nail polish remover?
No, as it will dissolve the newsprint. You should use rubbing alcohol.
What would occur if you mixed corn syrup corn oil rubbing alcohol hydrogen peroxide and water together?
Well, if you mixed rubbing alcohol with hydrogen peroxide it could produce a risk of creating VERY harmful chlorine gases. So I don't advise you to try it.
What to use instead of beta-dine?
If you are allergic to iodine you can use hydrogen peroxide, hurts less than rubbing alcohol. If those bother you then use an antibacterial soap, however hydrogen peroxide is better.
What alternatives can I use instead of hydrogen peroxide for cleaning and disinfecting purposes?
Some alternatives to hydrogen peroxide for cleaning and disinfecting purposes include vinegar, rubbing alcohol, and bleach. These substances can effectively kill germs and bacteria on surfaces.
What are some effective hydrogen peroxide alternatives for cleaning and disinfecting purposes?
Some effective alternatives to hydrogen peroxide for cleaning and disinfecting include vinegar, rubbing alcohol, and bleach. These substances can help kill germs and bacteria on surfaces.
Can cetaphil help infections?
Not really, use Neosporin, hydrogen peroxide, rubbing alcohol or sterile water. If the infection is internal you will likely need antibiotics.
Can you use peroxide instead of rubbing alcohol when painting?
No, because peroxide is not a solvent and would not mix with paint.
Is 91 percent Isopropyl Alcohol a better disinfectant than 3 percent Hydrogen Peroxide or is 3 percent Hydrogen Peroxide better?
Hydrogen peroxide 3% is a much better disinfectant. Hydrogen peroxide may be used in the oral cavity for disinfection. Isopropyl alcohol, also known as Rubbing Alcohol is only used on surface skin and not on mucosa. It dries quickly by evaporation, hence it does not have too much contact time to completely disinfect. Hydorgen peroxide's foaming action ensures full coverage of an area, with extended disinfecting action.
What is the difference between peroxide and hydrogen peroxide?
Chemically speaking, a peroxide is a molecule which contains two oxygen atoms bonded together by a single bond. Hydrogen peroxide is one common peroxide, but there are many others. The oxygen-oxygen bond is fairly weak, and peroxides tend to be somewhat unstable.
Is it dangerous to put alcohol in your ear to disinfect it?
No, it is not dangerous. Placing rubbing alcohol inside the ear has been a tested remedy for removing water in the ear after swimming. Hydrogen peroxide works better at cleaning out the ear.
Can you put a drop or two of rubbing alcohol in your ear to remove pool water after swimming?
Yes, to dry out your ears. Hydrogen peroxide (at the drug store),to remove ear wax.
