Hydrex Surgical Scrub is ideal for general hand washing and pre-operative skin preparation. It contains Chlorhexidine Gluconate (4% w/v) for effective sanitising of hands. Disinfection is essential prior to any procedure that breaks intact skin. Standardised formulations have been developed in line with evidence based guidelines. These are adhered to in Ecolab’s pre-procedural range.
Instructions for use Hydrex Surgical Scrub:
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By medical and nursing staff: as a surgical scrub, wet the hands and forearms, apply 5ml of Hydrex scrub and wash for 1 minute, cleaning the fingernails with a brush. Rinse and repeat procedure using a further 5ml and wash for 2 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
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As a hand wash: wet the hands and forearms, apply 5ml of hydrex scrub and wash for 1 minute. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
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By patients: Pre-op skin preparation wash the whole body with 25ml of hydrex scrub on at least 2 occasions, usually the day before the operation.
Caution before using Hydrex Surgical Scrub:
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Seek medical advice if swallowed
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Keep out of reach and sight of children
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Do not use on body cavities
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Avoid contact with eyes, ears, brain and meninges.
You should carefully read all product packaging and labels prior to use
Hydrex Surgical Scrub contains:
Ponceau 4R (E124), dialkylamine oxide, glycerol, industrial methylatde spirit, cellosize, purified water and perfume (hibetone)