CHLORHEXIDINE digluconate 4%, soap, 500ml, bot.

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CHLORHEXIDINE digluconate 4% soap

Therapeutic Action

Broad-spectrum bis-diguanide antiseptic, antimicrobial skin cleanser

Solution of chlorhexidine (derived from biguanides) in an excipient: cationic surfactant.

Indications

Antisepsis and cleansing of wounds in patients where the use of polyvidone iodine is contraindicated:

  • severe malnourished patients with skin lesions
  • children over 5 years of age with extensive wounds (> 5% of body surface)
  • patients with intolerance to iodine or thyroid dysfunction

Instructions for use

Scrub solution

Do not dilute. Use as normal soap.

Use with 0.9% NaCl and sterile compresses.

Rinse thoroughly with 0.9% NaCl after cleansing.

Precautions for Use

To be used only during the cleansing phase of the dressing procedure.

Avoid contact with eyes, brain, meninges, eyes and middle ear.

Do not use with soap or any other class of antiseptic, such as polyvidone iodine (incompatibility).

Transport Dangerous Goods

UN Transport code:

  • UN 3082 - Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s.
  • Transport Class 9 - Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles, including environmentally hazardous substances
  • Packing Group III - Substances and preparations presenting a relatively low toxicity hazard

Transport is not regulated for packaging ≤ 5 litres or 5 kg.

Storage

  • Below 25°C - Protect from sunlight
  • Tightly close the bottle after each use to prevent contamination.

Classification according to EC Regulation num. 528/2012 (Biocidal Products)

Classification according to EC Regulation num. 1272/2008(Classification, labelling and packaging of chemical substances and mixtures)

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H318Causes serious eye damage.
H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.