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Chloraprep One-Step Dosage

Generic name: CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE 20mg in 1mL, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL 0.7mL in 1mL
Dosage form: topical solution
Drug class: Antiseptic and germicides

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 13, 2024.

  • use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns.
  • use in a well ventilated area
  • maximal treatment area for one applicator is approximately 8.4 in. × 8.4 in. (457 cm 2)
  • remove applicator from package; do not touch sponge
  • hold the applicator with the sponge down. Pinch wings only once to activate the ampule and release the antiseptic.
  • wet the sponge by pressing and releasing the sponge against the treatment area until liquid is visible on the skin
  • completely wet the treatment area with antiseptic
  • dry surgical sites (e.g., abdomen or arm): use gentle repeated back-and-forth strokes for 30 seconds
  • moist surgical sites (e.g., inguinal fold): use gentle repeated back-and-forth strokes for 2 minutes
  • do not allow solution to pool; tuck prep towels to absorb solution, and then remove
  • allow the solution to completely dry (minimum of 3 minutes on hairless skin; up to 1 hour in hair). Do not blot or wipe away.
  • discard the applicator after a single use along with any portion of the solution not required to cover the prep area. It is not necessary to use the entire amount available.

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