RECTIFIED SPIRIT 450ML 450 ML

About

Rectified Spirit, supplied in a 450ml volume, is a highly concentrated form of ethanol (ethyl alcohol), typically standardized at 95% or higher purity, and is extensively utilized across various medical and pharmaceutical applications. Its primary clinical utility lies in its potent antiseptic and disinfectant properties, where it effectively denatures proteins and dissolves the lipid components within bacterial, fungal, and viral cell membranes, thereby rapidly eradicating a broad spectrum of microorganisms on surfaces and skin. Beyond its antimicrobial action, it is also widely employed as a versatile solvent in the preparation of numerous tinctures, herbal extracts, and topical medicinal formulations. Due to its powerful germicidal capabilities and characteristic rapid evaporation, rectified spirit remains an indispensable staple for meticulous skin preparation prior to injections, venipuncture, or minor surgical procedures, ensuring the establishment and maintenance of a sterile field to prevent infections.

Uses

• Skin antiseptic before injections
• Disinfection of medical instruments
• Solvent for pharmaceutical preparations
• Topical disinfectant for minor cuts

Directions For Use

Apply to a clean cotton swab or pad and wipe the intended area. Allow to air dry completely.

Benefits

• Effective broad-spectrum antiseptic
• Rapidly kills microorganisms
• Quick-drying and leaves no residue
• Versatile for various medical uses
• Cost-effective disinfectant
• Acts as a solvent for other compounds

Side Effects

• Skin dryness or irritation
• Stinging sensation on broken skin
• Flammability hazard
• Inhalation of vapors can cause dizziness
• Accidental ingestion is toxic
• Allergic contact dermatitis (rare)
• Eye irritation if splashed
• Headache from fumes
• Nausea from fumes
• Redness
• Burning sensation
• Peeling skin

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - This product *is* alcohol. Avoid ingestion. Use in well-ventilated areas. Keep away from open flames.
• Pregnancy - Topical use for skin disinfection is generally considered safe. Avoid prolonged or extensive skin application.
• Breastfeeding - Topical use for skin disinfection is generally considered safe. Avoid application to the breast area immediately before feeding.
• Liver - Topical application has minimal systemic absorption, so generally safe. Avoid ingestion, which would be highly toxic to the liver.
• Kidney - Topical application has minimal systemic absorption, so generally safe. Avoid ingestion, which would be highly toxic to the kidneys.
• Lung - Inhalation of high concentrations of vapors can cause respiratory irritation. Use in well-ventilated areas.

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