Swab Applicator Brushes 4% w/w chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG)

Chlorhexidine gluconate 4% w/w

Antiseptic

for the preparation of the patient's skin prior to surgery. Helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection.

For external use only.

PREP CAREFULLY:

Do not use 3-ml applicator for head and neck surgery
Do not drape or use ignition source (e.g., cautery, laser) until solution is completely dry (minimum of 3 minutes on hairless skin; up to 1 hour in hair)
Do not allow solution to pool
Remove wet materials from prep area

Do not use

On patients with known allergies to chlorhexidine gluconate or isopropyl alcohol
For lumbar puncture or in contact with the meninges
On open skin wounds or as a general skin cleanser

When using this product

keep out of eyes, ears, and mouth. May cause serious or permanent injury if permitted to enter and remain. If contact occurs, rinse with cold water right away and contact a doctor.

Stop use and ask a doctor

if irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns.
Use in a well ventilated area
Maximal treatment area for one applicator is approximately 4 in. x 5 in. (129 cm²).
Do not use 3-ml applicator for head and neck surgery
Remove applicator from package; do not touch sponge hold the applicator with the sponge down. Open the switch only once to activate the ampules and release the antiseptic.
Wet the sponge by pressing and releasing the sponge against the treatment area until liquid is visible on the skin
Completely wet the treatment area with antiseptic
Dry surgical sites(e.g. abdomen or arm): use gentle repeated back-and-forth strokes for 30 seconds
Moist surgical sites (e.g., inguinal fold): use gentle repeated back-and-forth strokes for 2 minutes
Do not allow solution to pool; tuck prep towels to absorb solution, and then remove
Allow the solution to completely dry (minimum of 3 minutes on hairless skin; up to 1 hour in hair). Do not blot or wipe away.
Discard the applicator after a single use along with any portion of the solution not required to cover the prep area. It is not necessary to use the entire amount available.

Store between 15-30°C (59-86°F) avoid freezing and excessive heat above 40°C(104°F)

Purified water

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