CHLORAPREP ONE-STEP
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chlorhexidine gluconate and
isopropyl alcohol solution
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ChloraPrep® 26ml Hi-Lite Orange® Drug Facts
Active ingredient
Chlorhexidine gluconate 2% w/v
Isopropyl alcohol 70% v/v
Purpose
Antiseptic
Uses
- for the preparation of the patient's skin prior to surgery.
Warnings
For external use only. Flammable, keep away from fire or flame. To reduce risk of fire; PREP CAREFULLY:
- do not use 26-mL applicator for head and neck surgery
- do not use on an area smaller than 8.4 in. x 8.4 in. Use a small applicator instead.
- solution contains alcohol and gives off flammable vapors
- 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).
- avoid getting solution into hairy areas. Wet hair is flammable. Hair may take up to 1 hour to dry.
- do not allow solution to pool
- remove wet materials from prep area
Do not use
- in children less than 2 months of age because of the potential for excessive skin irritation and increased drug absorption
- 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.
Directions
- before using this product see insert for important information
- to reduce the risk of fire the following strategies are recommended:
- at the end of prep, discard any portion of the solution which is not required to cover the prep area. It is not necessary to use the entire amount available.
- use in a well ventilated area
- avoid getting solution into hairy areas. Wet hair is flammable. Hair may take up to 1 hour to dry.
- do not allow solution to pool
- tuck prep towels to absorb solution, and then remove
- remove wet materials from prep area
- drape after solution is completely dry
- maximal treatment area for one applicator is approximately 13.2 in. x 13.2 in. (1126 cm2). Discard the applicator after a single use.
- pinch the wing on the applicator to break the ampule and release the antiseptic. Do not touch the sponge. We the sponge by repeatedly pressing and releasing the sponge against the treatment area until liquid is visible on the skin.
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dry surgical sites (such as abdomen or arm): Use repeated back-and-forth strokes of the sponge for approximately 30 seconds. Completely wet the treatment area with antiseptic. Allow the area to air dry for approximately three (3) minutes . Do not blot or wipe away.
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moist surgical sites (such as the inguinal fold): Use repeated back-and-forth strokes of the sponge for approximately 2 minutes. Completely wet the treatment area with antiseptic. Allow the area to air dry for approximately three (3) minutes. Do not blot or wipe away.
Other information
- store between 15-30 °C (59-86 °F)
- avoid freezing and excessive heat above 40 °C (104 °F)
Inactive ingredients
- FD&C yellow #6 dye
- USP purified water
Questions?
- www.chloraprep.com
- call 1-800-523-0502 (M-F 8 a.m.-5 p.m. CST)
Package/Label Principal Display Panel
NDC 054365-400-13
ChloraPrep® With Tint
2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol
Patient Preoperative Skin Preparation
26ml APPLICATOR
Hi-Lite Orange®
Single Use
Applicator is STERILE if package is intact
WARNING. FLAMMABLE. KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE OR FLAME.
CHLORAPREP ONE-STEP
chlorhexidine gluconate and isopropyl alcohol
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Revised: 05/2010CareFusion 213 LLC