A trend in clinical practice is skin antiseptics with reduced contact times. This also ensures comprehensive infection protection possible. However, it is also work time saved and thus optimizing clinical workflow.
Cutasept F - highly effective with a short contact time
With consistent skin antisepsis before all invasive procedures the risk of a healthcare-associated infection can be significantly reduced. Skin antisepsis is therefore an required by hygiene guidelines [1]. The infection-preventive measure aims both to killing of transient microorganisms (temporarily present on the skin) as well as the resident microorganisms of the skin out.
In skin antisepsis, the main products used are alcohol-based preparations such as Cutasept F They are used for this purpose. They are characterized by a high so-called “initial reduction” of the transient and resident skin flora. This strong immediate reduction of microorganisms the regrowth of resident microorganisms is significantly delayed. This means that a reliable long-term antimicrobial effect provided, which also during longer procedures the best possible patient protection offers [1].
The alcohol-based skin antiseptic Cutasept F is also characterized by a short contact time out. When applied to areas of skin with few sebaceous glands Cutasept F is already effective from 15 seconds. In case of sebaceous skin Cutasept F was approved by the Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices (BfArM) with a short contact time of only two minutes approved after its sufficient efficacy according to test methods of the German Society for Hygiene and Microbiology (DGHM) was demonstrated. The shortened contact time is certified by the Association for Applied Hygiene (VAH) certified.
We offer Cutasept F in different Fill volumes from the 50 ml spray bottle up to the 5-liter refill canister.
How Cutasept F works
The alcohol-based skin antiseptic Cutasept F is effective bactericidal (incl. MRSA), fungicidal, tuberculocidal and limited virucidal activity (incl. HBV, HIV, HCV). It is also effective against rotavirus.
Cutasept F is recommended for skin antisepsis during all invasive procedures, such as:
- before Injections and punctures
- before Punctures of joints, body cavities, and hollow organs
- before surgical procedures without marking the disinfection area
- before when inserting vascular catheters on intact skin
[1] Prevention of postoperative infections in the surgical site. Recommendation of the Commission for Hospital Hygiene and Infection Prevention at the Robert Koch Institute, Federal Health Gazette - Health Research - Health Protection, 2007;50:377-393.
HWG mandatory text Cutasept F
Active ingredient: Propan-2-ol.
- Composition: 100 g of solution contains:
- Active ingredient: Propan-2-ol 63.0 g, equivalent to 72% by volume.
- Other ingredients: benzalkonium chloride, purified water.
Areas of application:
- skin disinfection before punctures, injections and surgical procedures.
- Surgical and hygienic hand disinfection.
Contraindications:
- Not in the immediate vicinity of the apply to the eyes.
- Intolerance to ingredients.
- When used properly, Cutasept F can be during pregnancy and breastfeeding be used.
Side effects:
- Mild, diffuse skin irritation are common.
- Contact allergic reactions may occur.
Warnings:
- For the treatment of infants and toddlers there is insufficient experience.
- In these cases, use is permitted only after particularly strict indication and under medical supervision take place.
- benzalkonium chloride can may cause skin irritation.
- No wetting of the skin under blood pressure cuffs.
- In case of incision films complete Wait until completely dry.
- Only after drying use electrical equipment.
- Avoid accumulations on the patient support surface.
- Do not bring into contact with open flames bring into contact. Keep away from Keep away from sources of ignition.
- When the preparation is used as intended, there is no Fire and explosion hazards is not expected.
- In case of Contact of the solution with the eyes should be washed with running water for several minutes be.
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After spilling the disinfectant, the following measures must be taken:
- Immediate collection of the liquid
- Dilution with plenty of water
- Ventilation of the room
- Elimination of sources of ignition
Flash point according to DIN 51755: 21 °C. Flammable.
Any Transfer may only be carried out under aseptic conditions (sterile bench) take place.
BODE Chemie GmbH, Melanchthonstraße 27, 22525 Hamburg
