Germ Kill 70% (Hand Rub)

Indications

• Disinfection of clean and intact skin
• Pre-operative surgical hand disinfection
• Hand disinfection on the ward prior to aseptic procedures
• Disinfection of patients' skin prior to surgery or other invasive procedures

Pharmacology

• Isopropyl Alcohol is an isomer of propyl alcohol with antibacterial properties
• Exact mechanism of isopropanol's disinfecting action is not known
• Kills cells by denaturing cell proteins and DNA
• Interfering with cellular metabolism
• Dissolving cell lipo-protein membranes
• Used in soaps and lotions as an antiseptic
• 70 % isopropyl alcohol solution kills microorganisms by dissolving plasma membrane of the cell wall

Dosage

• Squeeze thumbnail size amount in your palm then briskly rub hands together until dry
• Use as often as required

Administration

• Wash hands with Anti-Germ Hand Wash for 20 seconds using the WHO recommended 7 steps
• Step 1: Wet Hands
• Step 2: Rub Palms Together
• Step 3: Rub the Back of Hands
• Step 4: Interlink Your Fingers
• Step 5: Cup Your Fingers
• Step 6: Clean the Thumbs
• Step 7: Rub Palms with Your Fingers

Precautions & Warnings

• Highly Flammable
• Keep away from fire or flame
• For external use only
• Avoid eyes. In case of contact with eye, flush with water
• Discontinue use if skin irritation occurs
• Keep out of reach of children

Therapeutic Class

• Other antibacterial preparation

Storage Conditions

• Store in a tightly closed container
• Keep in a cool & dry place
• Protect from light
• Store in a well-ventilated area
• Keep away from heat, sparks, and flames
• Keep out of reach of children

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