The Dr. Schumacher Aseptoderm 2% CHG Red Coloured Surgical Skin Disinfectant – 12 x 1L is a ready-to-use, alcohol-based skin disinfectant formulated for pre- and post-operative skin preparation and disinfection prior to medical procedures in healthcare settings such as hospitals, surgical centres, and dental practices. Featuring a 2% chlorhexidine digluconate (CHG) solution with a red colouring to mark disinfected areas, it ensures precise application and visibility. Certified to VAH, IHO, and EN standards, this disinfectant is bactericidal, yeasticidal, and effective against enveloped viruses, offering gentle skin compatibility without aldehydes, phenols, or quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs). The box includes 12 x 1L bottles, providing a high-capacity supply for professional use, with an optional spray bottle format for versatile application.
Key Features
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Broad-Spectrum Efficacy: Bactericidal (including MRSA), yeasticidal, and effective against enveloped viruses (e.g., HBV, HIV, HCV, influenza) per EN 12791, ensuring reliable skin disinfection for surgical and minor procedures.
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Red Coloured Marking: Distinctive red tint visibly marks disinfected skin areas, enhancing precision during pre- and post-operative preparation, injections, and catheter insertions.
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Gentle Skin Compatibility: Free from aldehydes, phenols, and QACs, minimising irritation and sensitisation risks, making it suitable for frequent use in medical settings.
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Rapid Action: Achieves antimicrobial efficacy upon application, with a sufficient amount applied to keep skin moist during the required contact time, streamlining preparation processes.
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Alcohol-Based Formula: Contains 63.1 g 2-propanol (70% v/v) per 100 g solution, providing quick-drying and effective disinfection without sticky residues.
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Versatile Applications: Ideal for skin disinfection before injections, incisions, punctures, blood withdrawals, catheter insertions, minor surgical interventions, and minor accidental injuries.
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No Rinsing Required: Applied by swabbing or spraying, eliminating the need for water, reducing cross-contamination risks, and simplifying workflows.
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High-Capacity Supply: Box of 12 x 1L bottles (12 liters total) ensures a cost-effective solution for high-throughput medical facilities, with optional spray bottle for targeted application.
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Certified Compliance: Meets VAH, IHO, EN 13727, EN 13624, and Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) standards, ensuring professional-grade safety and efficacy.
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Safe and Hygienic: Manufactured using modern, environmentally friendly processes, with clear safety instructions to avoid eye contact and ensure proper storage away from ignition sources.
Applications
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Hospitals and Surgical Centres: Pre- and post-operative skin disinfection, ensuring a sterile field for surgical procedures and reducing infection risks.
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Dental Practices: Disinfects skin prior to injections or minor procedures, supporting hygiene in high-contact environments.
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Outpatient Clinics: Facilitates skin preparation for catheter insertions, blood withdrawals, and minor interventions in ambulatory settings.
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Emergency Care: Provides rapid disinfection for minor accidental injuries, enhancing patient safety in urgent situations.
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Medical Laboratories: Prepares skin for punctures and sample collection, maintaining hygiene during diagnostic procedures.
