What kind of soap should I use to pre-treat the stain?

Any mild dish soap can be used to pre-treat a medicine stain on workwear.

Can I use hot water when soaking a garment with a medicine stain?

No, hot water may set the stain and make it more difficult to remove. It is best to use lukewarm water for soaking.

Do I need to treat the garment with hydrogen peroxide?

It is not necessary, but hydrogen peroxide can help set any residual stains and help ensure they are successfully removed.

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The Complete Guide to Removing Medicine Stains from Workwear

Medicine stains can be difficult to remove from workwear, but it’s possible with the right cleaning methods. In this guide, we’ll show you the step-by-step instructions for removing medicine stains from garments.

Updated 05 Mar 2023

By Peter Blackwood

What You'll Need

Dish soap
White vinegar
Baking soda
Hydrogen peroxide
Soft cloth or cotton ball

Step 1: Pre-Treat the Stain

Before laundering your workwear, it's important to pre-treat the stain. Dispense some of the dish soap onto a soft cloth or cotton ball and apply it directly to the stain. Gently dab at the stain until affected area is saturated. Allow the soap to sit for about 10 minutes before going onto step 2.

Step 2: Soak Garment

Fill a sink or basin with lukewarm water. Add 1 cup of white vinegar and 1 tablespoon of baking soda to the water, and stir until the baking soda has dissolved. Place the garment into the water and allow it to soak for 20 minutes.

Step 3: Rinse and Repeat

Remove the garment from the water and rinse thoroughly in cold water. If the stain remains, repeat steps 1 and 2. Once the stain has been removed, launder the garment according to the care label.

Step 4: Apply Hydrogen Peroxide to Set the Stain

Once garment has been laundered, any residual stain can be treated with hydrogen peroxide. Dip a clean cloth into some hydrogen peroxide and gently blot at the remaining stain until it is no longer visible. Allow the hydrogen peroxide to set before wearing the garment.

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