Hibiscrub Lös 4% Fl 125 ml

What is Hibiscrub and when is it used?

Hibiscrub is a disinfecting liquid soap and contains the active ingredient chlorhexidine digluconate, which is effective against bacteria, fungi and other pathogens.

It is used to disinfect hands. Hibiscrub is only used to disinfect the whole body before operations if prescribed by a doctor.

When should Hibiscrub not be used?

Hibiscrub should not be used if there is a known hypersensitivity to chlorhexidine or any other component of the preparation. If you know that you are sensitive to azo dyes or acetylsalicylic acid, e.g. aspirin, you should not use Hibiscrub. Hibiscrub must not come into contact with the eyes and ears (especially if the eardrum is injured).

When should you be careful when using Hibiscrub?

Do not use Hibiscrub with soap or with preparations containing iodophors, hexachlorophene or mercury, as this may reduce the effectiveness of Hibiscrub.Particular caution in premature babies (newborns ?32 weeks of pregnancy) and in babies Use on newborns in the first two weeks after birth, as Hibiscrub can cause chemical burns.Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you-suffer from other illnesses,have allergies or-take or use other medicines (including those you bought yourself!) or use them externally.

Can Hibiscrub be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

Hibiscrub should not be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor.

How do you use Hibiscrub?

Dirty hands should not be washed with soap before using Hibiscrub as this may reduce the effectiveness of Hibiscrub. Hibiscrub is sufficient to remove the dirt.

Unless otherwise prescribed by your doctor, use Hibiscrub as follows:

Hand disinfection:

Wet hands with water and wash with approx. 5 ml of Hibiscrub for at least 1 minute, rinse thoroughly and dry.

Full body wash disinfection:

If your doctor prescribes a disinfection of the body before a planned operation has prescribed, you can do this with Hibiscrub at home or on the hospital ward as follows: Usually on the day before the operation, wash yourself at least twice with Hibiscrub, washing your face first and then your whole body from top to bottom. The nose, armpits, pubic area and navel should be washed particularly thoroughly. Then the whole body is rinsed off and washed again with Hibiscrub, this time starting with the hair. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a fresh cloth.

If Hibiscrub comes into contact with the eyes, rinse quickly and thoroughly with water for 15-30 minutes.

In newborns, the use of alcoholic or aqueous chlorhexidine solutions for skin disinfection can cause chemical burns.

Avoid excess amounts and make sure that the solution does not collect in skin folds.

The application and safety of Hibiscrub solution in children and adolescents has not yet been tested.Stick to the dosage given in the package leaflet or prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Hibiscrub have?

The following side effectsEffects can occur when using Hibiscrub:Occasionally, skin irritation, dryness and contact allergies occur.Rarely: generalized allergic reactions, which show up as a skin rash and breathing problems.Very rarely, skin irritations such as redness and burning have been observed.Unknown frequency: increased sensitivity to sunlight.You should protect the skin from intense sunlight accordingly.Chemical burns in newborns if used improperly (see the section "When is caution required when using Hibiscrub?").Hibiscrub can trigger hypersensitivity reactions in the skin and respiratory organs, especially in patients with asthma, nettle fever (chronic urticaria) or hypersensitivity to acetylsalicylic acid and other rheumatism and painkillers. In this case, Hibiscrub should no longer be used.If you notice any side effects, contact your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This also applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

What else should be observed?

Do not store above 25 °C. Do not refrigerate and do not freeze. Keep in the original container and out of the reach of children.The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container. If you have packs that have expired, please return them to your pharmacy or drugstore.

Laundry that comes into contact with Hibiscrub should not be bleached with Javel water, otherwise brown stains may occur, but treated with a textile-friendly peroxide or perborate detergent.

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed technical information.

What does Hibiscrub contain?

Active ingredient: chlorhexidine digluconate 40 mg per 1 mlExcipients: dye Ponceau 4R (E 124), flavorings: bergamot oil and others; Preservative: isopropyl alcohol and other additives

Approval number

37551 (Swissmedic)

Where can you get Hibiscrub? Which packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription.

Available in bottles of 125 ml, 250 ml or 500 ml.

Authorization holder

CPS Cito Pharma Services GmbH, 8610 Uster

This package leaflet was last checked by the medicinal products authority (Swissmedic) in July 2021.