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Hexachlorophene  (pHisoHex, Septisol)

Category:

  • Antiseptic

Description:

  • Bacteriostatic

Indications:

  • Surgical scrub

  • Bacteriostatic skin cleanser

Contraindications:

  • Burned or denuded skin.

  • Occlusive dressing or wet pack.

  • Vaginal pack.  

Precautions:

  • Pregnancy category C

  • For external use only, do not use near eyes.

  • Rinse skin thoroughly after washing.

  • Do not use on burns or mucous membranes.

Adverse Reactions (Side Effects):

  • Dermatitis

  • Photosensitivity

 

 

 

Dosage:

· Wash area with approximately 5 mL, add water , then work into lather, scrub area, then rinse well.

 

The information contained here is an abbreviated summary. For more detailed and complete information, consult the manufacturer's product information sheets or standard textbooks. Source: Operational Medicine 2001,  Health Care in Military Settings, NAVMED P-5139, May 1, 2001, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, Department of the Navy, 2300 E Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20372-5300

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