Hibiclens, 4% Chg, Packette
8b37a721-79bb-4051-95a7-fcb4edebfcb7
34390-5
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Drug Facts
Composition & Product
Identifiers & Packaging
Description
Chlorhexidine gluconate solution 4.0% w/v
Medication Information
Warnings and Precautions
For external use only
Description
Chlorhexidine gluconate solution 4.0% w/v
Uses
- antimicrobial skin cleanser helps reduce bacteria that potentially can cause disease
- for skin wound and general skin cleansing
- surgical hand scrub
- healthcare personnel handwash
- patient preoperative skin preparation
Section 51727-6
fragrance, gluconolactone, isopropyl alcohol 4& w/v, lauramine oxide, poloxamer 237, purified water and red 40
Section 51945-4
Section 55105-1
Antiseptic
Section 55106-9
Chlorhexidine gluconate solution 4.0% w/v
Directions
- use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns.
- skin wound and general skin cleansing. Thoroughly rinse the area to be cleansed with water. Apply the minimum amount of product necessary to cover the skin or wound area and wash gently. Rinse thoroughly.
- surgical hand scrub. Wet hands and forearms with water. Scrub for 3 minutes with about 5mL of the product with a brush. Rinse thoroughly under running water. Repeat. Dry thoroughly.
- healthcare personnel handwash. Wet hands with water. Dispense about 5mL of the product into cupped hands and wash in a vigorous manner for 15 seconds. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
- patient preoperative skin preparation. Apply the product liberally to surgical site and swab for at least 2 minutes. Dry with a sterile towel. Repeat.
Do Not Use
- if you or the patient is allergic to chlorhexidine gluconate or any other ingredient in this product
- as a patient preoperative skin preparation of the head or face
- in contact with the meninges
- in the genital area
Questions?
1-800-843-8497
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.
Other Information
- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
When Using This Product
- keep out of eyes, ears, and mouth. May cause serious and permanent eye injury if places or kept in the eye during surgical procedures or may cause deafness when instilled in the middle ear through perforated eardrums
- if contact occurs in any of these areas, rinse with cold water right away
- wounds which involve more than the superficial layers of the skin should not be routinely treated
- repeated general cleansing of large body areas should not be done except when advised by a health care provider
Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If
irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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Uses
- antimicrobial skin cleanser helps reduce bacteria that potentially can cause disease
- for skin wound and general skin cleansing
- surgical hand scrub
- healthcare personnel handwash
- patient preoperative skin preparation
Warnings and Precautions (34071-1)
For external use only
Section 51727-6 (51727-6)
fragrance, gluconolactone, isopropyl alcohol 4& w/v, lauramine oxide, poloxamer 237, purified water and red 40
Section 51945-4 (51945-4)
Section 55105-1 (55105-1)
Antiseptic
Section 55106-9 (55106-9)
Chlorhexidine gluconate solution 4.0% w/v
Directions
- use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns.
- skin wound and general skin cleansing. Thoroughly rinse the area to be cleansed with water. Apply the minimum amount of product necessary to cover the skin or wound area and wash gently. Rinse thoroughly.
- surgical hand scrub. Wet hands and forearms with water. Scrub for 3 minutes with about 5mL of the product with a brush. Rinse thoroughly under running water. Repeat. Dry thoroughly.
- healthcare personnel handwash. Wet hands with water. Dispense about 5mL of the product into cupped hands and wash in a vigorous manner for 15 seconds. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
- patient preoperative skin preparation. Apply the product liberally to surgical site and swab for at least 2 minutes. Dry with a sterile towel. Repeat.
Do Not Use (Do not use)
- if you or the patient is allergic to chlorhexidine gluconate or any other ingredient in this product
- as a patient preoperative skin preparation of the head or face
- in contact with the meninges
- in the genital area
Questions?
1-800-843-8497
Allergy Alert: (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.
Other Information (Other information)
- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
When Using This Product (When using this product)
- keep out of eyes, ears, and mouth. May cause serious and permanent eye injury if places or kept in the eye during surgical procedures or may cause deafness when instilled in the middle ear through perforated eardrums
- if contact occurs in any of these areas, rinse with cold water right away
- wounds which involve more than the superficial layers of the skin should not be routinely treated
- repeated general cleansing of large body areas should not be done except when advised by a health care provider
Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If (Stop use and ask a doctor if)
irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition.
Keep Out of Reach of Children (Keep out of reach of children)
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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