Ethyl alcohol 96 %

INSTRUCTION
for medical use of medicinal product

ETHYL ALCOHOL 96 %
(ETHYL ALCOHOL 96 %)

Composition:

Active substance: ethanol;

not less than 95.1% v/v (92.6% w/w) and not more than 96.9% v/v (95.2% w/w) of ethanol, as well as water.

Pharmaceutical form.

Solution for external use.

Main physicochemical properties: clear, colorless, volatile, flammable liquid. Hygroscopic.

Pharmacotherapeutic group.

Antiseptics and disinfectants.

ATC Code D08A X08.

Pharmacological properties.

Pharmacodynamics.

When applied externally, exerts antiseptic, disinfectant, and local irritant effects. Ethanol coagulates proteins and is active against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria and viruses. Exerts a "tanning" effect on skin and mucous membranes.

Pharmacokinetics.

When applied locally, it is not absorbed through the skin.

Clinical characteristics.

Indications.

Disinfection of hands.

Contraindications.

Increased individual sensitivity. Acute inflammatory skin conditions. Pediatric age under 14 years.

Special precautions.

If redness or skin irritation occurs, discontinue use of the medicinal product and wash the liquid off with water.

Avoid contact with eyes.

Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction.

When ethanol is applied externally, interactions with other medicinal products are unknown.

Special instructions.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, the use of the medicinal product is possible only when the expected benefit for the mother outweighs the potential risk for the fetus or child.

Ability to influence reaction rate while driving or operating machinery.

No effect.

Method of administration and dosage.

For external use – applied to the skin using cotton swabs or wipes.

Children.

Do not use in children under 14 years of age.

Overdose.

With external use, cases of overdose are unknown.

Adverse reactions.

With local application – skin or mucous membrane irritation.

If any adverse events occur, consult a physician.

Shelf life.

5 years.

The product must not be used after the expiry date stated on the packaging.

Storage conditions.

Store in the original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 25 °C, away from fire.

Keep out of reach of children.

Packaging.

100 ml in a glass bottle.

100 ml in a polymer bottle.

1 L, 5 L, 10 L in a canister (for use in medical institutions).

Prescription status.

By prescription.

Manufacturer.

LLC "MEDLEV".

Manufacturer's name and address of place of business.

Ukraine, 49000, city of Dnipro, Shevchenka St., 37.