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Alcohol

Dosage form
SWAB
Labeler
Rite Aid Corporation
Label updated
2013-12-26
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient

Isopropyl alcohol, 70% w/v

Purpose

Antiseptic

Uses
  • •For preparation of the skin prior to injection
  • •First aid to decrease germs in minor cuts, scrapes and burns
Warnings

For external use only.

Flammable, keep away from fire or flame.

Do not use

  • •with electrocautery procedures
  • •longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor

When using this product

  • •do not get into eyes
  • •do not apply over large areas of the body
  • •in case of deep or puncture wounds, animal bites or serious burns, consult a doctor
  • •use only in well ventilated area; fumes may be toxic

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • •irritation or redness develop
  • •condition gets worse or persists for more than 72 hours

Keep out of reach of children.

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

Directions
  • •Apply to skin as needed.
  • •Discard after single use
Other information

Protect from freezing and avoid excessive heat.

Inactive ingredients

Water

Package/Label Principal Display Panel

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

Rite Aid Pharmacy

Compare to the active ingredient in BD® Alcohol Swabs

first aid

Alcohol Prep Pads

isopropyl alcohol 70%

antiseptic skin cleanser

sterile

thick

individually wrapped

100 PADS

Package/Label Drug facts

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 6cef2d7b-639d-45ea-b274-a70e4b3283d3 · Version 3
NDC: 11822-7463