2% Chlorhexidine in 70% Alcohol
The UK’s most trusted wipe for disinfection of hubs and ports. Fast-acting and long-lasting. Proven to reduce catheter-related bloodstream infections by 75%.
Protecting patients from threat of catheter-related bloodstream infection, they allow you to conform with EPIC 3, NICE AND DoH guidelines.
Their fast acting, long lasting formulation proves safer and superior to traditional 70% alcohol or 10% povidone-iodine wipes.
Product code: CA2C240AUS
What is the difference between the 2% Chlorhexidine/70% Alcohol Skin Wipe and Medical Device Wipe?
The Clinell 2% Chlorhexidine Medical Device Wipes (CA2C240 green box) is currently registered as a Class IIa Medical device for the cleaning and disinfection of non-invasive medical devices (such as catheter hubs & ports). The Clinell 2% Chlorhexidine Skin Wipes (CA2CSKIN blue box) is currently registered as a PT1 Biocide for the cleaning of the skin after plaster removal.
What are the active ingredients of chlorhexidine skin wipes?
Chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) 2% w/v and isopropyl alcohol (IPA) 70% v/v.
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