octenisept® solution, 500 ml

octenisept® solution is a disinfectant for external use and for use on mucous membranes. Octenidine has a broad-spectrum germicidal effect. It is effective against bacteria, fungi and certain viruses.

Due to its mode of action, there is no risk of infectious agents developing resistance to octenidine. 

Indications

• For repeated, temporary antiseptic treatment of mucous membranes and transitional epithelium prior to surgical procedures. 
• In the oral cavity, e.g. prior to tooth extractions or curettage (surgical removal of tissue), in the urogenital tract, e.g. prior to hysterectomies (surgical removal of the uterus) and in the rectal area (e.g. prior to sclerotherapy for haemorrhoids). 
• In the vaginal area, using the applicator spray head for uncomplicated bacterial infections and fungal infections
• For temporary wound and suture care. For temporary antiseptic treatment of infected skin wounds. 

Octenisept can be used in adults and children of all ages. Its safety and suitability for use have also been demonstrated in premature babies from the 24th week of pregnancy onwards. If there is no improvement after repeated use, or if the condition worsens, consult your doctor.

Product benefits of octenisept®

• broad spectrum of antiseptic activity
• rapid onset of action from 30 seconds
• Good skin and mucous membrane tolerance
• Suitable for infants and newborns
• Suitable for use during pregnancy
• Painless and colourless application

Dosage form

Solution

Use

• For use on the (mucous) membranes.
• Apply to the areas to be disinfected. For 50 ml and 100 ml pack sizes, spray onto the areas to be disinfected. If necessary, particularly in the oral cavity, a rinse may also be carried out. Ensure the areas to be disinfected are completely covered and leave to act for 1 minute. 
• When rinsing the oral cavity, rinse thoroughly with approximately 20 ml of Octenisept for 20 seconds and allow an additional one-minute contact time. Octenisept is used undiluted. The solution is not suitable for ingestion. 
• For skin disinfection (e.g. prior to a caesarean section), the undiluted preparation must be left to act for 2 minutes.
• The contact time must always be observed and must not be shortened by drying the area beforehand.
• For vaginal use, press the spray cap of the applicator down ten times in succession; see ‘How to use the applicator spray head’. After completing vaginal treatment with Octenisept, it is recommended to restore the vaginal flora using vaginal capsules containing lactobacilli to help re-establish the natural bacterial balance. Use in children and adolescents The 
• The method of use is the same for children, adolescents and adults.

Ingredients

• The active substances are: octenidine dihydrochloride and 2-phenoxyethanol. 100 g of solution contain 0.1 g of octenidine dihydrochloride and 2.0 g of 2-phenoxyethanol. 
• The other ingredients are: cocamidopropyl betaine solution (contains sodium chloride), sodium D-gluconate, glycerol 85%, sodium hydroxide, purified water