Humans use boric acid in applications from manufacturing fiberglass to preserving wood. Here, we’ll discuss its pros and cons as a pesticide. Boric acid is a chemical compound created with the ...

Medically reviewed by Johnstone M. Kim, MD A boric acid eye wash can be effective for flushing eyes exposed to grit or other ...

Boric acid suppositories present a potential solution to several vaginal problems such as yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis. The creation of these suppositories involves the use of boric ...

Also reportedly used as a fish anaesthetic. Similar anaesthetic properties to cocaine. 2 271 Boric acid Used as an insecticide and as an antiseptic in medicinal and cosmetic products. Also used for ...

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