HANDWELL HAND (BLUE 120ML

About

HANDWELL HAND (BLUE) is an alcohol-based hand sanitizer designed for effective hand hygiene when soap and water are not readily available. It typically contains a high percentage of alcohol (e.g., ethanol or isopropanol) as its primary active ingredient, which works by denaturing proteins and dissolving lipids, thereby effectively killing a broad spectrum of bacteria, viruses, and fungi on the skin surface. The formulation often includes emollients to help prevent excessive skin dryness from the alcohol.

This product is intended for external topical use to reduce the number of germs on the hands, thereby helping to prevent the spread of infections. It provides a convenient and quick method for hand sanitization in various settings, including healthcare, public spaces, and personal use. While highly effective against many pathogens, it is important to remember that hand sanitizers do not clean visibly dirty hands as effectively as soap and water, nor do they eliminate all types of germs, such as Clostridium difficile spores. Proper application technique is crucial for optimal efficacy.

Uses

• Rapid hand hygiene and germ killing
• Prevention of infection transmission
• Use when soap and water are unavailable
• Sanitization in healthcare and public settings

Directions For Use

Apply a small amount (typically a coin-sized drop) to the palm of one hand. Rub hands together thoroughly, ensuring coverage of all surfaces, including between fingers and under nails, until hands are completely dry.

Benefits

• Effectively kills a broad spectrum of germs
• Reduces the risk of infection and illness
• Convenient and quick-drying for on-the-go use
• Portable and easy to carry
• Promotes good hand hygiene practices
• Leaves hands feeling refreshed (with emollients)

Side Effects

• Skin dryness or cracking
• Skin irritation or redness
• Allergic reactions (rare, e.g., itching, rash)
• Stinging sensation on broken skin
• Flammability risk (due to alcohol content)
• Accidental ingestion toxicity (especially in children)
• Mild burning sensation
• Contact dermatitis
• Eye irritation (if splashed)
• Headache (from fumes, rare)
• Nausea (if fumes inhaled excessively)
• Dizziness (if fumes inhaled excessively)

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - Contains alcohol. Highly flammable; keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Do not ingest.
• Pregnancy - Generally safe for external topical use during pregnancy. Minimal systemic absorption is expected.
• Breastfeeding - Generally safe for external topical use during breastfeeding. Ensure hands are dry before handling an infant.
• Liver - Not applicable as it is for external topical use and not absorbed systemically in significant amounts.
• Kidney - Not applicable as it is for external topical use and not absorbed systemically in significant amounts.
• Lung - Not applicable as it is for external topical use. Avoid excessive inhalation of fumes, especially in poorly ventilated areas.

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