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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
For external use only. Do not use this product in the eyes or on food-producing animals.
When using this product, prolonged exposure to wet solution may cause irritation or, rarely, severe skin reactions. In preoperative prepping, avoid "pooling" beneath the animal.
Stop use and ask a doctor or veterinarian if irritation and redness develops or in rare instances of local irritation or sensitivity.
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Uses
- For preparation of the skin prior to surgery.
- Helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection.
- For hand washing to reduce bacteria on the skin.
- Significantly reduces the number of microorganisms on the hands and forearms prior to surgery or patient care.
History
There is currently no drug history available for this drug.
Other Information
ACTIVE INGREDIENT | PURPOSE |
Povidone Iodine, 7.5% (0.75% available iodine) |
Antiseptic |
Sources
Surgical Scrub Povidone Iodine Manufacturers
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Aurora Pharmaceutical Llc
Surgical Scrub Povidone Iodine | Aurora Pharmaceutical Llc
Surgical hand scrub:
Wet hands with water. Spread about 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) of scrub over both hands and forearms. Without adding more water, scrub thoroughly for 2½ –3 minutes. Use a sponge, if desired. Clean thoroughly under fingernails. Add a little water and develop copious suds. Rinse thoroughly under running water. Repeat entire procedure using another 5 mL of scrub.Antiseptic hand wash:
Wet hands with water and pour about 5 mL of scrub on hands. Rub hands vigorously together for at least 15 seconds, covering all surfaces. Rinse and dry with a disposable towel.Preoperative skin preparation:
After the surgical area is clipped, wet it with water. Apply scrub (1 mL is sufficient to cover an area of 20–30 square inches), develop lather, and scrub thoroughly for about 5 minutes. Rinse using sterile gauze saturated with water. The area may then be painted with PRO-TEC GOLD Surgical Scrub and allowed to dry.
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