3M Avagard Handrub Hand Sanitizer (Pink)

This product is an antiseptic hand rub formulated with Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Ethyl Alcohol, designed for effective hand hygiene. It is presented in a 500 ml container, intended for external use to reduce transient microorganisms on the skin of the hands. The formulation aims to provide a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity.

The hand rub functions by utilizing the combined properties of its active ingredients. Ethyl Alcohol at 70% concentration acts as a rapid-acting antimicrobial agent, denaturing proteins and disrupting cell membranes of microorganisms. Chlorhexidine Gluconate, present at 0.

5% w/v, is a broad-spectrum antiseptic that offers persistent antimicrobial activity, continuing to inhibit microbial growth after initial application. The combination is designed to offer both immediate germ reduction and residual protection.

Key features of this hand rub include its efficacy in reducing microbial load on the hands. The formulation is also designed to be moisturizing, aiming to mitigate the drying effects often associated with frequent hand sanitization. It is intended to provide a period of antimicrobial protection after application.

The product is supplied in a 500 ml volume, suitable for regular use in clinical and personal settings.

This antiseptic hand rub is utilized by a range of users within healthcare environments, including medical professionals such as doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers. It is also suitable for use by patients and caregivers in both hospital and home settings where enhanced hand hygiene is required. The product is intended for situations demanding a high standard of hand antisepsis.

Typical applications for this hand rub include pre-operative patient contact, before performing clean or aseptic procedures, and following potential exposure to body fluids. It is also recommended for use after patient contact and after touching patient environments to minimize the transmission of microorganisms. These applications align with standard infection control protocols.

Important usage notes indicate that the product is for external use only and should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from children. The application involves dispensing a sufficient amount to cover all surfaces of the hands and rubbing them together until dry, following established hand hygiene protocols. The duration of its antimicrobial effect is a consideration for its use in clinical workflows.