Description
octenisan® wash lotion 500ml is a mild antimicrobial wash lotion for skin and hair developed by Schülke & Mayr GmbH. Based on selected moisturising agents, mild surfactants and the antiseptic octenidine, it is designed for whole body washing, including hair washing and showering, especially in settings where control of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDRO) is required. The formulation is suitable for all skin types, including skin that is sensitive to soap or prone to allergies. It has a skin-neutral pH, is free from artificial colours and perfumes, and contains allantoin to support skin care, making it suitable for frequent use in clinical hygiene protocols such as preoperative washing and patient decontamination.
Bnefits
- Mild and gentle wash lotion for skin and hair
- Effective for whole body washing against multidrug-resistant organisms (MDRO), including MRSA
- Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and allergy-prone skin
- Skin-neutral pH to help maintain the natural acid mantle
- Free from artificial colours and perfumes to reduce irritation risk
- Contains octenidine for antimicrobial action
- Contains allantoin and moisturising agents to help protect against dryness and support skin care
- Soap-free, non-ionic surfactant system suitable for frequent use
- Can be used for preoperative whole-body washing in infection-control protocols
- Suitable for use as a combined body and hair wash in clinical environments
Indications
- Whole body washing, including hair washing and showering, in adults and children where appropriate
- Hygienic washing of patients prior to surgery as part of preoperative decontamination protocols
- Whole body washing in intensive care and infection wards
- Support in reducing skin colonisation by bacteria, including MDRO such as MRSA and other resistant organisms
- Use in patients with skin sensitive to soap or susceptible to allergies who require antimicrobial washing
- Adjunctive hygiene measure in infection-prevention pathways (e.g. MRSA decolonisation protocols) as directed by local guidelines
Composition
- Aqua
- Cocamidopropylamine Oxide
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
- Glycerin
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Phenoxyethanol
- Sodium Chloride
- Lactic Acid
- Octenidine HCl
- Allantoin
Packaging
- 500 ml bottle (FL) of octenisan® wash lotion
- Viscous, nearly colourless liquid supplied in a plastic bottle suitable for clinical use
Usage
- Use undiluted.
- For body washing, apply octenisan® wash lotion undiluted to a clean, damp washcloth or directly to wet skin.
- Rub onto the areas of the body to be cleansed, observing a contact time of approximately 1 minute, then rinse thoroughly with water.
- For showering and/or hair washing, use octenisan® wash lotion in the same way as a standard hair and body wash, ensuring adequate contact time before rinsing.
- Pay particular attention to areas such as armpits, genital region, perineal area and buttocks when used as part of decontamination protocols.
- Can be used, for a limited period of time and according to local protocol, for preoperative whole-body decontamination in children over 3 months of age; follow local clinical guidance.
- Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- For external use only.
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity or allergy to octenidine, allantoin, or any of the listed ingredients
- Do not use in children under 3 months of age unless specifically directed by a physician and according to local protocol
- Not for use on severe or deep wounds, in the eyes, or on mucous membranes
- Do not ingest
- Do not use concurrently on the same skin area with anionic surfactants or other topical preparations that may interact with octenidine unless advised by a healthcare professional
Adverse Effects
- Rarely, local skin reactions such as redness, itching, burning sensation or dryness
- Very rare cases of hypersensitivity reactions in sensitised individuals
- Transient eye irritation if product accidentally comes into contact with the eyes
Storage Conditions
- Store in the original container at room temperature according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Protect from excessive heat and direct sunlight.
- Do not freeze.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
Duration
Duration and frequency of use depend on clinical indication and local infection-control protocol. For routine hygiene, it can be used daily as a regular body and hair wash. For preoperative or MRSA decontamination protocols, use is typically for several days (for example, up to 5 days before surgery) as directed by local hospital or national guidelines.
Onset
Antimicrobial cleansing effect achieved during recommended contact time of approximately 1 minute on the skin before rinsing.
