octeniderm® colourless
- Residual effect for at least 48 hours
- Effective against a broad spectrum of microorganisms (bactericidal incl. mycobacteria and MRSA, fungicidal, yeasticidal, virucidal against enveloped viruses incl. HIV, HBV, HCV, HSV, Adenovirus and Rotavirus)
- Rapid acting
Further information
Fields of Application
- For preoperative skin prep/postoperative suture care
- For use prior to placing a vascular catheter (e.g. CVC)
- For use prior to punctures, taking of blood samples, injections, excisions, cannulations and biopsies
- If no special hand disinfectant is available, octeniderm® colourless can also be used for hygienic and surgical hand disinfection.
| Application area | ready-to-use |
|---|---|
| hygienic hand disinfection NONE(EN 13727, suspension test) | 30 sec. |
| surgical hand disinfection NONE(EN 13727, suspension test) | 3 min. |
| 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: before injections and taking of blood samples (in accordance with VAH) | 15 sec. |
| skin with a low density of sebaceous glands: for pre- and postoperative skin disinfection (in accordance with VAH) | 60 sec. |
| skin with a high density of sebaceous glands (in accordance with VAH) | 2 min. |
| hygienic hand disinfection NONE(EN 1500) | 30 sec. |
| surgical hand disinfection NONE(EN 12791) | 3 min. |
Instructions for use
Prior to all invasive surgery
- Use octeniderm® colourless without dilution
- Spray on the relevant skin area or rub the relevant skin area with a soaked swab
- Assure a thorough wetting of the skin and pay attention to the exposure time
- Remove the excess product to avoid puddling
For 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
- When used before incision foils are used, let the product dry well to prevent impairment of adhesion
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 | in accordance with VAH (VAH Method 9) dirty conditions | 15 sec. |
| Virus | ||
| Adenovirus (type 5) | in accordance with DVV/RKI guideline NONE | 1 min. |
| Herpes simplex virus | EN 14476 clean conditions | 15 sec. |
| Rotavirus | EN 14476 clean conditions | 30 sec. |
| Rotavirus | in accordance with DVV/RKI guideline NONE | 30 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 substances: 0.1 g Octenidine dihydrochloride, 30 g 1-Propanol (Ph. Eur.), 45 g 2-Propanol (Ph. Eur.)
Other components: Purified Water
Chemical-physical data
Special advice
For external use only. 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. Keep pharmaceuticals out of the reach of children.
Flammable. Do not expose to flames or electrical heat sources. Wipe up any excess product in order to avoid pooling. When thermocauters or other electrical devices are used, let the product dry well to prevent adverse effects. In the event that octeniderm® colourless accidentally comes into contact with the eyes, rinse immediately for several minutes with copious amounts of water, thereby holding the eyelids open. Avoid inhalation of vapours.
Let the product dry well when used before glucose testing (e.g. Hämogluco-Sticks) to prevent adverse effects on measurement results.
If it comes into contact with PVP-iodine products, octeniderm® colourless may cause severe brown to purple staining.
Do not combine octeniderm® colourless with coloured products.
Do not use pharmaceuticals after the expiry date.
Shelf life after first opening: 18 months
Information for order
| Item | Delivery form | Item no. |
|---|---|---|
| octeniderm® colourless 1 l bottle | 10 / carton(s) | on request |
| octeniderm® colourless clinic package 250 ml bottle | 10 / carton(s) | on request |
| octeniderm® colourless 250 ml bottle | 10 / carton(s) | on request |
Environmental information
schülke manufactures its products using advanced and safe production processes while maintaining high quality standards.
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octeniderm® colourless
Active substances: octenidine dihydrochloride, 1-propanol (Ph.Eur.), 2-propanol (Ph.Eur.).
Composition: 100 g solution contain: 0.1 g octenidine dihydrochloride, 30.0 g 1-propanol (Ph.Eur.), 45.0g 2-propanol (Ph.Eur.).
Other ingredients: purified water. Indications: Skin disinfection prior to surgical procedures, catheterization, blood and liquor collection, injections, punctures, excisions, cannulations, biopsies and for antiseptic care of sutures. If no special hand disinfectant is available, octeniderm® colourless can also be used for hygienic and surgical hand disinfection.
Contraindications: octeniderm® colourless should not be used in case of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparation.
Undesirable effects: Particularly in cases of frequent use, skin irritation such as redness, burning and itching may occasionally occur. In rare cases allergic reactions (e.g. contact eczema) are possible. Revision 01/22
If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this user information, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
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