Uses
■ for preparation of the skin prior to surgery
■ helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection
■ for handwashing to reduce bacteria on the skin
■ significantly reduces the number of microorganisms on the hands forearms prior to surgery or patient care
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
■ in the eyes
When using this product ■ prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause irritation or, rarely, severe skin reactions
■ in pre-operative prepping, avoid "pooling" beneath the patient
Stop use and ask a doctor ■ if irritation and redness develop
■ in rare instances of local irritation or sensitivity
Directions
A. Surgical hand scrub:
- wet hands with water
- spread about 5 cc (1 teaspoonful) of Scrub over both handsand forearms
- without adding more water, scrub thoroughly for 2 1/2 to3 minutes
- use a sponge if desired. Clean thoroughly under fingernails.
- add a little water and develop copious suds. Rinse thoroughlyunder running water.
- repeat the entire procedure using another 5 cc of Scrub
B. Antiseptic hand wash:
- wet hands with water and pour about 5 cc of Scrub on hands
- rub hands vigorously together for at least 15 seconds, coveringall surfaces
- rinse and dry with a disposable towel
C. Patient pre-operative skin preparation:
■ single use only
■ wet skin with water
■ apply Scrub (1 cc is sufficient to cover an area of 20-30 square inches),
develop lather and scrub thoroughly for about 5 minutes
■ rinse off using sterile gauze saturated with water
■ the area may then be painted with BETADINE Solution and allowed to dry
