BD ChloraPrep™

Skin antisepsis for every surgical and vascular access procedure. Because all patients are vulnerable to the risk of infection.

Overview

BD ChloraPrep™ skin preparation is a rapid-acting, persistent and broad-spectrum antiseptic for a wide range of procedures. The 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) & 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA) formulation acts fast and keeps fighting bacteria for at least 48 hours.¹

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The BD ChloraPrep™ advantage

With BD ChloraPrep™ skin preparation, you benefit from a clinically proven formulation and efficacy to advance performance.

Why skin prep matters

BD ChloraPrep™ is a one-step, single-use fully sterile 2% w/v CHG & 70% v/v IPA skin antisepsis solution that is proven effective and persistent in reducing a broad spectrum of microorganisms.^1,2

Using BD ChloraPrep™

BD is here to support you with clear guidance and product labeling that will ensure the proper use of BD ChloraPrep™ products.

BD ChloraPrep™ applicators offer a sustainable antiseptic solution

Multi-use skin antiseptics and ancillary products may generate more waste, hinder efficiency and impact supply chain by taking up more shelf space.

The BD single-use sterile skin applicators may be more sustainable than traditional prep methods and pre-op skin prep trays.^3,4,5

BD ChloraPrep™ skin preparation

Not all products and services may be available in your area. Please contact a BD representative for more information.

References

Hibbard, J. Analysis comparing the antimicrobial activity and safety of current antiseptics: a review. J Infusion Nursing, 2005, 28(3):194–207.
Denton G. Chlorhexidine. In: Block S, ed. Disinfection, Sterilization, and Preservation. 5th ed. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2001:321–336.
Casey, A. L., Badia, J. M., Higgins, A., Korndorffer, J., Mantyh, C., Mimoz, O., & Moro, M. (2017). Skin antisepsis: It’s not only what you use, it’s the way that you use it. Journal of Hospital Infection, 96(3), 221–222. doi:10.1016/j.jhin.2017.04.019
NICE. (2019). Health economic model report. Retrieved from https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng125/documents/economic-report
Rougereau, G., Chatelain, L., Terracher, R., Zadegan, F., & Ollat, D. (2022). Surgical solutions for preoperative skin preparation in total hip arthroplasty: A cost-effectiveness analysis of Betadine^® and ChloraprepTM. Orthopaedics & Traumatology: Surgery & Research, 108(6), 103355. doi:10.1016/j.otsr.2022.103355

Adverse Events
Adverse events should also be reported to BD Freephone number:
For UK 0800 0437 546 or email: SafetyInformation@bd.com.
For Ireland: +353 01 4287895/7896 or email: SafetyInformation@bd.com

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