Kyron Chlorhexidine in Alcohol 500ml @
CHX Chlorhexidine is a quick-acting, NRCS-registered alcohol-based disinfectant solution effective against a wide range of microorganisms. It is particularly suitable for disinfecting hard surfaces such as stainless steel tops.
Key Features
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Active Ingredient: 0.5% chlorhexidine solution.
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Broad-Spectrum Efficacy: Active against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, yeasts, and dermatophyte fungi.
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Bacteriostatic and Bactericidal: At low concentrations, chlorhexidine acts as bacteriostatic; at higher concentrations, it is rapidly bactericidal.
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Resistance to Organic Debris: Chlorhexidine remains effective in the presence of organic materials such as blood and pus.
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Sustained Residual Activity: The cationic nature of chlorhexidine provides lasting antimicrobial action when applied to skin.
Applications
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Hand Disinfection: Used in a detergent base (e.g., ScrubUp) for effective hand hygiene.
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Skin Preparation: Particularly suitable for final-stage preparation of surgical sites; the area should remain wet for at least 2 minutes for optimal effect
