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The Solution for Better Antisepsis


Description

Hexigard®-4 is a Chlorhexidine Gluconate containing skin friendly hand wash and skin antiseptic. Hexigard®-4 has a high affinity for skin and creates a germ killing field which is effective long after washing or scrubbing. Hexigard®-4 is active in the presence of organic matter so it is an ideal solution for hand and skin disinfection.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate I.P. 4 % w/v


Available Pack Size:

  • 100 ml
  • 500 ml w/dis
  • 5 ltr

Benefits:

  • Broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity
  • Rapid initial activity
  • Residual action up to 6 hours
  • Effective in the presence of organic matter like body fluids
  • Ideal for hand and skin disinfection
  • Emollients and moisturizer keep skin soft
  • Pleasant fragrance
  • No staining of skin, clothes and work surfaces
  • No skin irritation
  • Non- toxic

Where to Use

Hexigard®-4 is highly effective in reducing both cross infection and surgical site infection. Addition of moisturizer in Hexigard®-4 maintains water balance and protects skin integrity. Hexigard®-4 can be used in areas:

  • Surgical hand scrubbing
  • Pre-admission skin antisepsis
  • Pre-operative skin antisepsis
  • In intra-operative irrigation

How to Use

For antimicrobial hand washing:

1) Take small amount of Hexigard®-4
2) Start rubbing to get proper foam
3) follow recommended 7 steps of hand disinfection

Palm to Palm
Right palm over left dorsum and left palm over right dorsum
Palm to Palm with fingers interlaced
Back of fingers to opposing palm with fingers interlocked
Rotational rubbing of right thumb clasped in left palm and vice versa
Rotational rubbing, backwards and forwards with clasped fingers of right hand in left palm and vice versa
Rotational rubbing of right wrist followed by left wrist

For pre-operating skin antisepsis:

1) Moisten the body part
2) Dispense sufficient product to work up the lather
3) Wash as usual
4) Rinse thoroughly and dry

Usage: For hygienic hand disinfection minimum 40-60 sec For surgical hand washing 2 min

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