The Solution for Better Antisepsis
Description
Hexigard®-4 is a Chlorhexidine Gluconate containing skin friendly hand wash and skin antiseptic. Hexigard®-4 has a high affinity for skin and creates a germ killing field which is effective long after washing or scrubbing. Hexigard®-4 is active in the presence of organic matter so it is an ideal solution for hand and skin disinfection.
Available Pack Size:
- 100 ml
- 500 ml w/dis
- 5 ltr
Composition:
Chlorhexidine Gluconate I.P. | 4 % w/v |
Benefits:
- Broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity
- Rapid initial activity
- Residual action up to 6 hours
- Effective in the presence of organic matter like body fluids
- Ideal for hand and skin disinfection
- Emollients and moisturizer keep skin soft
- Pleasant fragrance
- No staining of skin, clothes and work surfaces
- No skin irritation
- Non- toxic
Where to Use
Hexigard®-4 is highly effective in reducing both cross infection and surgical site infection. Addition of moisturizer in Hexigard®-4 maintains water balance and protects skin integrity. Hexigard®-4 can be used in areas:
- Surgical hand scrubbing
- Pre-admission skin antisepsis
- Pre-operative skin antisepsis
- In intra-operative irrigation
How to Use
For antimicrobial hand washing:
1) Take small amount of Hexigard®-4
2) Start rubbing to get proper foam
3) follow recommended 7 steps of hand disinfection
Palm to Palm | |
Right palm over left dorsum and left palm over right dorsum | |
Palm to Palm with fingers interlaced | |
Back of fingers to opposing palm with fingers interlocked | |
Rotational rubbing of right thumb clasped in left palm and vice versa | |
Rotational rubbing, backwards and forwards with clasped fingers of right hand in left palm and vice versa | |
Rotational rubbing of right wrist followed by left wrist |
For pre-operating skin antisepsis:
1) Moisten the body part
2) Dispense sufficient product to work up the lather
3) Wash as usual
4) Rinse thoroughly and dry
Usage: For hygienic hand disinfection minimum 40-60 sec For surgical hand washing 2 min