FDA Label for Hibiclens For Georgia Pacific
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Hibiclens For Georgia Pacific Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Georgia-pacific Consumer Products Lp. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.
Otc - Active Ingredient
Chlorhexidine gluconate solution 4% w/v
Otc - Purpose
Antiseptic
Uses
- antimicrobial skin cleanser helps reduce bacteria that potentially can cause disease
- surgical hand scrub
- healthcare personnel handwash
Warnings
For external use only
Allergy Alert:
This product may cause a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms may include:
- wheezing/difficulty breathing
- shock
- facial swelling
- hives
- rash
If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Do Not Use
- If you or the patient is allergic to chlorhexidine gluconate or any other ingredient in this product
When Using This Product
- keep out of eyes, ears, and mouth. May cause serious and permanent eye injury if permitted to enter and remain in the eye or may cause deafness when instilled in the middle ear through perforated eardrums.
- if contact occurs in any of these areas, rinse with cold water right away
- do not use routinely if you have wounds which involve more than the superficial layers of the skin
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition.
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns.
- surgical hand scrub. Wet hands and forearms with water. Scrub for 3 minutes with about 5mL (8 pumps) of the product with a brush. Rinse thoroughly under running water. Repeat. Dry thoroughly.
- healthcare personnel handwash. Wet hands with water. Dispense about 5mL (8 pumps) of the product into cupped hands and wash in a vigorous manner for 15 seconds. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Other Information
- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
Inactive Ingredients
fragrance, gluconalactone, isopropyl alcohol 4% w/v, lauramine oxide, poloxamer 237, purified water and red 40
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