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Description
MICROSHIELD PVP is a highly effective povidone-iodine surgical handwash and topical antiseptic solution developed by Schülke. Designed for healthcare professionals, it offers broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection, making it ideal for surgical hand washing, antimicrobial hand washing, and preoperative body washing.
Key Features
- Broad-Spectrum Efficacy: Effective against a wide range of microorganisms, including Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, antibiotic-resistant strains like MRSA and VRE, yeast, fungi, and viruses such as HIV and Influenza type A.
- Rapid Action: Provides quick antimicrobial action, ensuring thorough hand hygiene in medical settings.
- Skin Protection: Formulated with emollients and moisturisers to protect and maintain skin health during frequent use.
Composition
- Active Ingredient: Contains 7.5% w/v povidone-iodine, equivalent to 0.75% w/v available iodine.
- Physical Properties: Dark brown, viscous liquid with a faint iodine odour, pH of 5.0, and miscible with water.
Usage Instructions
- Hand Washing: Use 3–5 mL on wet hands, wash for 30 seconds, rinse thoroughly, and dry.
- Surgical Hand Washing: Repeat washing for 2 minutes, scrub, rinse thoroughly, and dry with a sterile towel.
- Preoperative Body Washing: Apply undiluted, lather on wet skin, rinse thoroughly, and dry.
Precautions
- Avoid contact with eyes and ears.
- Not recommended for individuals with known iodine sensitivity.
- External use only; should not be applied over large skin areas.
Storage and Packaging
- Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C, away from light and incompatible materials.
- Packaging: Available in 100 mL, 500 mL, 1.25 L, and 1.5 L units, packaged in polyethylene or polypropylene containers.
Regulatory Information
- Safety Classification: Not classified as hazardous under WHS Regulations and not regulated as dangerous goods.
- Approvals: TGA Registered and Medsafe Approved, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
MICROSHIELD PVP is a reliable choice for maintaining high standards of hygiene in clinical environments, providing peace of mind through its comprehensive antimicrobial properties and skin-friendly formulation.
