Uses
- helps reduce bacteria that can potentially cause skin infection
- for preparation of skin prior to surgery
Warnings
For external use only
Allergy alert:
This product may cause a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms may include:
- wheezing/difficulty breathing
- shock
- facial swelling
- hives
- rash
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Do not use
- on patients allergic to chlorhexidine gluconate or any other ingredient in this product
- for lumbar punctures or in contact with the meninges
- on open skin wounds
- as a general skin cleanser
Stop use and ask a doctor if
irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition.
Directions
- use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns.
- do not microwave
- product and packaging are not sterile. Follow your hospital policy for skin preparation with non-sterile products.
- to open package: identify the tear notch labeled on the front of the package. Grasp with both hands on both sides of the tear notch and tear to expose cloth.
- transfer contents onto prep table, avoiding contact between cloth and outside of package to reduce risk of cloth contamination
- use [first/a] cloth to prepare the skin area indicated for a moist or dry site, making certain to keep the [second/remaining] cloth[s] where it will not be contaminated. Use [second/additional] cloth to prepare larger areas.
- dry surgical sites: (such as abdomen or arm): use one cloth to cleanse each 161 cm 2 area (approximately) 5 x 5 inches) of skin to be prepared. Vigorously scrub skin back and forth for 3 minutes, completely wetting treatment area, then discard. Allow area to dry for one (1) minute. Do not rinse.
- moist surgical sites (such as inguinal fold): use one cloth to cleanse each 65 cm 2 area (approximately 2 x 5 inches) of skin to be prepared. Vigorously scrub skin back and forth for 3 minutes, competely wetting treatment area, then discard. Allow area to dry for one (1) minute. Do not rinse.
- discard each cloth after a single use
- after package has been opened, discard any unused cloths
Other information
- store product flat
- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
Inactive ingredients
- benzalkonium chloride
- dimethicone emulsion
- glycerin
- isopropyl alcohol
- propylene glycol
- purified water USP
Manufacturing Information
DO NOT FLUSH
Non-Sterile.
Product is not made with Natural Rubber Latex.
Cloth: 100% Polyester
REF MSC098CHG, MSC099CHG
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Medline is a registered trademark of Medline Industries, LP
Manufactured by
Medline Industries, LP
Northfield, IL 60093 USA.
Made in USA with domestic and foreign materials.
Patent Pending
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