kodan® tincture forte coloured
- Long-term antimicrobial activity for a minimum of 24 hours
- Effective against a broad spectrum of microorganisms (bactericidal incl. mycobacteria and MRSA, yeasticidal, virucidal against enveloped viruses incl. HIV, HBV, HCV, HSV)
- Orange-red coloured solution marks the disinfected area
- Rapid acting and excellent skin compatibility
Further information
Fields of Application
- For preoparative skin preparation
- For use prior to surgery, catheterisation and injections
- For use prior to taking of blood samples, punctures, excisions, cannulations and biopsies
| Application area | ready-to-use |
|---|---|
| skin with a high density of sebaceous glands (in accordance with VAH) | 2 min. |
| skin with a low density of sebaceous glands: before injections and taking of blood samples (in accordance with VAH) | 15 sec. |
| skin with a low density of sebaceous glands: before punctures of the joints (in accordance with VAH) | 60 sec. |
| skin with a low density of sebaceous glands: for pre- and postoperative skin disinfection (in accordance with VAH) | 60 sec. |
Instructions for use
Prior to all invasive surgery
- Use kodan® without dilution
- Spray on or rub the relevant skin area with a soaked swab and assure a thorough wetting of the skin
- Pay attention to the exposure time in correspondence to the application area
- Remove the excess product to avoid puddling
Prior to punctures of the joints and preoperative skin preparation
- Remove hair mechanically or chemically on the relevant skin area
- Preoperative antiseptic washing (e.g. with octenisan®) is recommended
- To avoid removal only use skin markers with sufficient alcohol resistance
Microbiological efficacy
| Test method | ready-to-use | |
|---|---|---|
| Bacteria, Yeast and Mycobacteria | ||
| bactericidal | EN 13727 dirty conditions | 15 sec. |
| MRSA | EN 13727 dirty conditions | 15 sec. |
| mycobactericidal | EN 14348 dirty conditions | 1 min. |
| yeasticidal | EN 13624 dirty conditions | 15 sec. |
| Virus | ||
| Adenovirus (type 5) | EN 14476 clean conditions | 10 min. |
| Herpes simplex virus | EN 14476 clean conditions | 15 sec. |
| Rotavirus | EN 14476 dirty conditions | 30 sec. |
| virucidal against enveloped viruses | EN 14476 clean conditions | 15 sec. |
Certificates / Norms
Product data
100 g solution contains the following active ingredients: 45 g 2-Propanol (Ph. Eur.), 10 g 1-Propanol (Ph. Eur.), 0.2 g Biphenyl-2-ol
Other components: Hydrogen Peroxide Solution 30% (Ph. Eur.), quinoline yellow, Orange Yellow S, Brilliant Black PN, Purified Water
Chemical-physical data
Special advice
For external use only. Keep pharmaceuticals out of the reach of children. The product should not be applied to premature babies and newborns with immature skin (e.g. constrained barrier function of the skin) due to the high alcohol content. Flammable. Do not expose to flames or electrical heat sources. When thermocauters or other electrical devices are used, let the product dry well to prevent adverse effects.
When used before incision foils are used, let the product dry well to prevent impairment of adhesion.
When used before glucose testing (e.g. Hämogluco-Sticks), let the product dry well to prevent adverse effects on measurement results.
Once the container has been opened the product should not be used for more than 12 months but not beyond the expiry date.
Information for order
| Item | Delivery form | Item no. |
|---|---|---|
| kodan® tincture forte coloured 250 ml bottle | 10 / carton(s) | on request |
| kodan® tincture forte coloured 500 ml bottle | 20 / carton(s) | on request |
| kodan® tincture forte coloured 1 l bottle | 10 / carton(s) | on request |
Application aids
| Item | Delivery form | Item |
|---|---|---|
wall bracket plastics 1l  | 1 | 134416 |
Environmental information
schülke manufactures products economically and with advanced, safe and environmentally friendly production processes while at the same time maintaining our high quality standards.
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kodan® tincture forte coloured
Active substances: 2-propanol (Ph. Eur.), 1-propanol (Ph. Eur.), biphenyl-2-ol. Composition: 100 g solution contain 45.0 g 2-propanol (Ph. Eur.), 10.0 g 1-propanol (Ph. Eur.), 0.20 g biphenyl-2-ol. Other ingredients: quinoline yellow, orange yellow S., brilliant black PN, hydrogen peroxide solution 30% (Ph. Eur.), purified water. Indications: Skin disinfection prior to surgical procedures, catheterization, blood and liquor collection, injections, punctures, excisions, cannulations, biopsies, for antiseptic care of sutures as well as for additional general hygienic measures to prevent fungal skin infections. Contraindications: kodan® tincture forte coloured may not be used in cases of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparation. Undesirable effects: Particularly with frequent use, skin irritations such as burning, erythema and dryness can occur. In rare cases allergic contact reactions are possible. Revision 04/20
If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this user information, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
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