Hexachlorophene

Hexachlorophene may be found in some form under the following brand names:

• Phisohex

• Septisol Foam

This is not a complete list of Hexachlorophenedrug interactions. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Antibacterial.a b

Administration

Topical Administration

Apply topically to skin as a 3% emulsion.a

For external use only; avoid contact with the eyes.a b If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly.a b Do not apply to mucous membranes.a b

Rinse thoroughly after use.b

Apply to the head and periorbital skin areas only in responsive patients with unanesthetized eyes.b

Do not pour into measuring cups, medicine bottles, or similar containers since they may be mistaken for baby formula or other medications.b

Dosage

Adults

Wet hands and forearms with water.a b Apply approximately 5 mL of emulsion onto hands and rub into a copious lather by adding small amounts of water.a b Spread suds over hands and forearms and scrub well with a wet brush for 3 minutes.a b Pay particular attention to nails and interdigital spaces; a separate nail cleanser may be used.a b After scrubbing, rinse hands and forearms thoroughly under running water.a b Apply a second 5-mL application and scrub hands and forearms for an additional 3 minutes.a b Rinse hands and forearms thoroughly with running water and dry.a b

For additional surgical scrubs during the same day, repeat above procedure using 5 mL for 3 minutes only.a b Rinse thoroughly with water and dry.a b

Wet hands with water; apply approximately 5 mL into the palm, work up a lather with water, and apply to area to be cleansed.a b Rinse thoroughly after each washing.a b

Special Populations

No special population dosage recommendations at this time.a b

• Potent bacteriostatic activity against staphylococci and other gram-positive bacteria.a b

• Exact mechanism(s) of action unknown, but at low concentrations appears to interrupt bacterial electron transport and inhibit membrane-bound enzymes.a Higher concentrations rupture bacterial membranes.a

• Cumulative antibacterial action develops with repeated use.b

• Rebound bacterial growth occurs following discontinuance.a

• Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
• Do not use coverings (bandages, dressings, make-up) unless told to do so by the doctor.
• You may get sunburned more easily. Avoid sun, sunlamps, and tanning beds. Use sunscreen and wear clothing and eyewear that protects you from the sun.
• Do not use to bathe an infant.
• Do not use as a dressing, wetpack, or lotion.
• Do not use for routine total body bathing.
• Do not use on the mouth, nose, eyes, or vagina.
• This medicine may cause harm if swallowed. If hexachlorophene is swallowed, call a doctor or poison control center right away.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine while you are pregnant.
• Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.

Use hexachlorophene as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

• Do not take this medicine by mouth. Use on your skin only. Keep out of your mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).
• Wash your hands before and after use.
• Put on healthy skin only.
• Wash and rinse affected skin with warm water, then pat dry.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

• Many times hexachlorophene is used on an as needed basis. Do not use more often than told by the doctor.

Consult your pharmacist.

How to use Hexachlorophene Powder

Consult your pharmacist.

Consult your pharmacist.

In the US -

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.