Hibiwash 40 mg/ml | 250 ml

Hibiwash 40 mg/ml is an antiseptic wash solution for use on the skin. The active ingredient is chlorhexidine digluconate, an antiseptic that helps reduce germs such as bacteria, viruses and fungi on hands and skin. Hibiwash is used around surgical procedures to help reduce the risk of infection, such as preoperative washing or surgical hand disinfection.

• Antiseptic skin and hand wash based on chlorhexidine.
• For adults and children before or after surgery.
• For external use only (on the skin).
• Do not dilute before use.

Indication

Hibiwash is used to disinfect hands and skin in adults and children before or after surgery to help prevent infections.

When should you not use this product?

• If you are allergic to chlorhexidine gluconate or any of the excipients.
• Do not use in the eyes or middle ear. In case of accidental contact: rinse immediately and thoroughly with plenty of water.
• Do not use on nerve tissue (such as brain, meninges or spinal meninges).

Warnings and Precautions.

• Avoid all eye contact. In case of redness, pain, irritation or changes in vision: seek medical advice immediately.
• Do not use on deep or large wounds.
• Do not overuse: do not allow the solution to accumulate in skin folds or under the patient, and do not allow it to drip onto materials in direct contact with the skin.
• Do not inject.
• Do not combine with other soaps or cleansing products: this may reduce efficacy.
• Product is flammable: avoid sources of ignition until skin is completely dry.
• With newborns (especially premature infants) take extra care: there have been reports of chemical burns.
• Bleaching agents containing hypochlorite may cause brown stains on textiles that came in contact with Hibiwash.
• Do not use for disinfecting surgical instruments.

Instructions for use

Always use Hibiwash exactly as stated in the package insert or as explained by your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. Hibiwash is intended for use on the skin only and should not be diluted.

Before surgery: surgical disinfection of hands

1. Rinse hands and forearms with water.
2. Wash hands and forearms for about 1 minute with 5 ml of Hibiwash.
3. Clean fingernails with a brush or nail scraper.
4. Rinse thoroughly.
5. Repeat a second time for about 2 minutes, rinse again thoroughly and dry.

Antiseptic washing of skin and hands.

1. Wet the area with water.
2. Use 5 ml of Hibiwash and wash for 1 minute.
3. Rinse thoroughly and dry.

Before your surgery: washing your body (preoperative shower/bath)

Wash the whole body at least twice (usually the day before surgery and again on surgery day):

1. Wash the whole body with 25 ml of Hibiwash (as soap), from face down. Pay extra attention to skin around nose, armpits, navel, between legs, groin, crotch and buttock crease.
2. Rinse entire body with water.
3. Repeat with another 25 ml. Now wash hair as well (as shampoo) and avoid getting into eyes.
4. Rinse thoroughly and dry off with a clean towel.

After surgery: body wash

Wash your body in the bath or shower in the same way as above, but avoid the operation site. This is usually done on the third day after surgery.

Disinfect the surgical area before surgery

1. Remove hair only if necessary.
2. Clean the skin with Hibiwash for up to 2 minutes .
3. Afterwards, wipe off with sterile water to remove foam and dry the skin.

Side effects

Like any medication, Hibiwash can cause side effects, although not everyone experiences them.

• Severe allergic reactions (such as anaphylactic shock): swelling of lips, tongue and face, skin rash, difficulty breathing, weakness or fainting. Stop immediately and seek urgent medical attention.
• Chemical burns in newborns.
• Allergic skin reactions (immediately or after 2-3 days or later): redness, swelling, itching, contact dermatitis, blisters or eczema.
• Corneal injury and permanent eye damage after accidental eye contact, with possible permanent vision impairment.

Composition

The active ingredient in Hibiwash is chlorhexidine digluconate.1 ml contains 40 mg of chlorhexidine digluconate.The other substances in this medicine are poloxamer, isopropyl alcohol, cocamidopropylamine oxide, glycerol (E422), macrogol-7-glycerol cocoate, D-gluconolactone, sodium hydroxide (for pH adjustment) (E524) and purified water.

Storage

• Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store below 25°C.
• Do not use after the expiration date (EXP).
• Do not wash away medication; ask your pharmacist what to do with leftovers.