What is Burow's solution?

• Burow's solution is a topical antibacterial astringent preparation that helps “dry up” and control weeping, oozing, and infected skin.

Where do I get it?

• You can buy Burow's solution (Domeboro, Bluboro, Boropak) in most chain pharmacies. It does not require a prescription.

• It comes as a powder in packets or tablets that must be dissolved in water.

How do I use it?

• Mix one packet or tablet in an 8-ounce glass of water (about the size of a drinking glass).

• Make a wet compress using a cloth or cotton swab moistened by the solution and place it over the affected skin area for 15 to 20 minutes.

• Do this three to four times each day.

• Apply a medication such as ___________________ and sterile dressings after the soaks, if recommended.

• Use until all areas are no longer oozing.

• Cool water may be more comfortable to use when treating itchy rashes such as poison ivy. Lukewarm water may be more comfortable for treating wintertime weeping eczema rashes and for drying the blisters of herpes zoster (shingles).