Safetisol 0.5%+70% (Hand Rub)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 30.11
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Chlorhexidine gluconate isopropyl alcohol |
| Company | Silva pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Disinfects hands of doctors, nurses & individuals
- Disinfects surgical instruments
- Disinfects skin prior to surgery or invasive procedures
- Disinfects wound dressing
Composition
- 0.5% w/v Chlorhexidine Gluconate
- 70% v/v Isopropyl Alcohol
Pharmacology
- Bactericidal effect of chlorhexidine cation
- Bacteriostatic effect at low concentrations
- Membrane disruption at high concentrations
Dosage & Administration
- Usage for disinfecting clean hands and contaminated materials
- Usage for disinfecting surgical instruments
- Usage for disinfecting skin prior to surgery or other invasive procedures
- Usage for disinfecting wound/wound dressing
Interaction
- Incompatible with soaps and anionic agents
- Hypochlorite bleaches may cause brown stains in fabrics
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Chlorhexidine Gluconate
Side Effects
- Skin irritation
- Allergic reactions
- Teeth discoloration
- Potential for eye problems
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Considered safe for pregnant women
- Unknown safety during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid contact with sensitive tissues and eyes
- Do not inject or use in body cavities
Therapeutic Class
- Chlorhexidine & Chloroxylenol preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool and dry place
- Keep away from eye, head, meninges & middle ear
- Keep out of the reach of children