Summary
- Main use
- Improvement of hand hygiene for surgeons and healthcare workers
- Who uses it
- Adults
- Adult dosage
- 1. Hand disinfection for the surgeon during surgery: - Apply to clean and dry hands and fingernails. - Clean under the nails with a nail stick before using it daily. - Pump to receive 2mL of the medication in one palm. - Use the fingers of the other hand to apply this medication under the nails. - Use the remaining medication to apply evenly to the hands and elbows. - Take another 2mL and repeat the same process on the other hand.
Ingredients
- Importer
- 한국쓰리엠(주)
Efficacy & effects
Improvement of hand hygiene for surgeons and healthcare workers
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By disinfecting the hands of surgeons and healthcare workers during surgery, it reduces the risk of infection and maintains a safe surgical environment. This medication is specifically used for hand hygiene management before surgery.
Dosage and Administration
Adult dosage
1. Hand disinfection for the surgeon during surgery: - Apply to clean and dry hands and fingernails. - Clean under the nails with a nail stick before using it daily. - Pump to receive 2mL of the medication in one palm. - Use the fingers of the other hand to apply this medication under the nails. - Use the remaining medication to apply evenly to the hands and elbows. - Take another 2mL and repeat the same process on the other hand.
Precautions
This medication should not be used by anyone who has had allergies to chlorhexidine or any other ingredients included in this medication. This medication should also not be used in cases of deep skin wounds or severe skin abnormalities. It is safest for pregnant or breastfeeding women to avoid using this medication. When using this medication, it is advisable not to use antiseptics or soap simultaneously. Using such products together may reduce the effectiveness of this medication. Individuals with asthma, allergic diseases, or a family history of such conditions should consult with a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication. Particularly careful use is necessary when applying this medication on wounds or burn areas. This medication should not be ingested orally or injected; it is for topical use only on the skin. Care must be taken to prevent contact with the brain, meninges, eyes, ears, and mouth, and it should not be applied into the ear if there is a perforation in the eardrum. It may be hazardous to apply this medication to broken skin or mucous membranes, particularly on genital mucous membranes, so this should be avoided. Hands that have applied this medication should not touch the eyes, and if it does get into the eyes, they should be rinsed immediately with cold water. It can cause serious damage if it enters the eyes. Skin irritation, allergic reactions, and in severe cases, anaphylactic shock may occur, so if symptoms arise, use should be stopped immediately, and a doctor should be consulted. If a large amount of this medication is ingested, one should go to the hospital immediately, and when performing gastric lavage, milk, raw eggs, gelatin, or low-concentration soapy water should be used. Inhalation treatment should be avoided, and if necessary, respiratory support and temperature maintenance should be provided. This medication contains alcohol, so caution should be exercised for alcohol poisoning in case of overdose. This medication is flammable, so precautions should be taken near flames or electrical devices, and it should be thoroughly dried after use. It should not be mixed with other detergents or chemicals, and it should not be used with anionic derivatives. If a child ingests this medication, they should be taken to the hospital immediately. Finally, this medication should not be used for disinfecting surgical instruments.
Side effects and when to seek care immediately
Serious side effects
Anaphylactic shock
Mild side effects
- Irritation
- sensitization
- allergic reactions
Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.
Interactions
Drug interactions
This medication should avoid simultaneous or consecutive use with soap. Do not use with anionic derivatives.
Storage
This medication is susceptible to air and humidity, so it must be stored in a sealed container. Additionally, it is recommended to store it at room temperature, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, which is neither too hot nor too cold.
Appearance and packaging
Appearance
White translucent to opaque lotion
Package unit
500 milliliters/bottle
Questions about this medicine
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