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Purell Surgical Scrub
Purell Surgical Scrub is an antimicrobial hand sanitizer that kills bacteria and other microorganisms on the skin through alcohol-based chemical action.
Purell Surgical Scrub is an antimicrobial hand sanitizer that kills bacteria and other microorganisms on the skin through alcohol-based chemical action. Used for Preoperative surgical hand scrub and antisepsis, Healthcare worker hand hygiene and antisepsis.
At a glance
| Generic name | Purell Surgical Scrub |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Purell Surgical Scrub with Moisturizers |
| Sponsor | Solventum US LLC |
| Drug class | Topical antimicrobial antiseptic |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Infection Prevention / Surgical Antisepsis |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
The product contains ethyl alcohol as its active ingredient, which denatures proteins and disrupts cell membranes of microorganisms, rapidly reducing microbial load on hands. It is designed for preoperative hand antisepsis in surgical settings to reduce the risk of surgical site infections by eliminating transient and resident flora.
Approved indications
- Preoperative surgical hand scrub and antisepsis
- Healthcare worker hand hygiene and antisepsis
Common side effects
- Skin irritation or dryness
- Contact dermatitis
Key clinical trials
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
Competitive intelligence
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