CHG Disinfection Swabs

CHG Pretreatment Products Disinfectant Swabs are formulated with 2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) and 70% Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) to meet the FDA’s stringent clinical requirements for New Drug Applications (NDAs).CHG swabs kill more germs than traditional iodine or alcohol, and it’s considered by many clinicians to be the most exciting breakthrough in disinfectants since povidone-iodine.CHG swabs can kill more germs than traditional Iodine or alcohol kills more bacteria than traditional iodine or alcohol, and it is considered by many clinicians to be the most remarkable breakthrough in disinfectants since povidone-iodine.
The new CHG disinfectant swabs have been designed to significantly improve performance compared to traditional swabs. Chlorhexidine Gluconate, the most effective antiseptic preparation for the skin, is now an innovative new swab stick technology.

Advantages of CHG Swabs

Reduces skin bacteria more effectively than other antiseptics.
Has fast and long-lasting bactericidal activity without irritating the skin.
Active on protein-rich biomaterials.

Contraindications

Not to be used in patients with known hypersensitivity to chlorhexidine gluconate or isopropyl alcohol.
Not for use in persons with skin allergies and children under 2 years of age.
Do not use for lumbar puncture or in contact with the meninges.
Do not use as a general skin cleanser for open skin wounds.
How to use CHG Sterilised Swabs

Step 1
After washing your hands, tear the opening of the bag along the dotted line to reveal the handle of the sterilised swab.

Step 2
Before removing the swab, rotate the swab twice inside the pouch to ensure that the swab fully absorbs the disinfectant ingredients.

Step 3
Wipe the area of skin or instrumentation to be disinfected.

Caution

Keep out of reach of children.
Avoid contact with eyes, ears and mouth when using this product.
If contact occurs, flush immediately with cold water and contact a physician. Discontinue use and ask your doctor if irritation, sensitisation or allergic reaction has occurred.
If swallowed, seek medical help immediately.