BD ChloraPrep Applicator

BD ChloraPrep Applicator Features

• Effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria including Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Vancomycin-resistant Enterococci (VRE), Clostridium difficile, Acinetobacter, and most viruses and fungi
• Remains active in the presence of blood, serum, and other protein-rich biomaterials
• Sterile, single-use applicator design eliminates direct hand-to-patient contact, helping to reduce cross-contamination
• Applied in a gentle back and forth motion, the sponge head helps the solution to penetrate the first five cell layers of the epidermis where 80% of microorganisms reside
• Ensures a sterile solution is applied to the patients skin upon activation 
• Does not contain DEHP
• Three year shelf life

Safety Instructions for BD ChloraPrep Applicator

• Use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age 
• May cause irritation or chemical burns 
• Use in a well ventilated area 
• 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 of the sponge for approximately 30 seconds Allow solution to air dry for approximately 30 seconds Do not blot or wipe away 
• Moist surgical sites (e.g., inguinal fold): Use gentle repeated back-and-forth strokes of the sponge for approximately 2 minutes Allow solution to air dry for approximately 1 minute Do not blot or wipe away 
• If using an ignition source, 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