Chloraprep One-Step Dosage

Generic name: CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE 20mg in 1mL, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL 0.7mL in 1mL
Dosage form: topical solution
Drug class: Antiseptic and germicides

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 13, 2024.

use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns.
use in a well ventilated area
maximal treatment area for one applicator is approximately 8.4 in. × 8.4 in. (457 cm 2)
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 for 30 seconds
moist surgical sites (e.g., inguinal fold): use gentle repeated back-and-forth strokes for 2 minutes
do not allow solution to pool; tuck prep towels to absorb solution, and then remove
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.