ETHYL ALCOHOL 70 %

Ukraine

It is used as an antiseptic and disinfectant for boils, paronychia, infiltrates, and mastitis in the early stages, as well as for rubbing, compresses, and surgical hand disinfection.

Brand name ETHYL ALCOHOL 70 %
Dosage form solution, topical
Active substance / Dosage
ethanol · 70 percent
Prescription type prescription only
ATC code
Registration number UA/15513/01/01
ETHYL ALCOHOL 70 % solution, topical

Frequently asked questions

How should Ethyl alcohol 70 % be used correctly?

The product is applied externally for skin and hand disinfection, rubbing, or compresses. For compresses and rubbing, ethanol must be diluted with water in a 1:1 ratio to prevent burns.

What are the possible side effects of using the drug?

Local application may cause skin or mucous membrane irritation.

When should this product not be used?

It should not be used in cases of acute inflammatory skin processes or if you have increased individual sensitivity to the drug.

What should be done if skin irritation occurs?

If the skin becomes red or irritation occurs, you must discontinue use of the product and wash it off with water.

Can the product be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

This is only possible in cases where the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus or child.

Does the drug affect the ability to drive a vehicle?

No, it does not affect reaction speed.

Instructions for use

INSTRUCTIONS FOR MEDICAL USE OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT SPIRITUS ETHYLICUS 70 % (ALCOHOL ETHYL 70 %)

Composition:

Active substance: ethanol;

not less than 69.3 % vol/vol and not more than 70.7 % vol/vol of ethanol, as well as water.

Pharmaceutical form. Solution for external use.

Main physico-chemical properties: clear, colorless, volatile, flammable liquid. Hygroscopic.

Pharmacotherapeutic group.

Antiseptics and disinfectants.

ATC Code D08AX08.

Pharmacological properties.

Pharmacodynamics.

When applied externally, exerts antiseptic, disinfectant, and local irritant effects. Ethanol coagulates proteins and is active against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria as well as viruses.

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When applied locally, it is not absorbed through the skin.

Clinical characteristics.

Indications.

Furuncles, panaritium, infiltrates, mastitis in the initial stages. For wiping and compresses. Surgical hand disinfection.

Contraindications.

Increased individual sensitivity. Should not be used in acute inflammatory skin conditions.

Special precautions.

If redness or skin irritation occurs, discontinue use of the medicinal product and wash the liquid off with water.

Avoid contact of the medicinal product with the eyes.

Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction.

With topical application of ethanol, interactions with other medicinal products are unknown.

Special precautions.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, the drug should be used only if the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus or infant.

Ability to affect the reaction rate when driving or operating machinery.

No effect.

Method of Administration and Dosage.

Externally — for rubbing, compresses, and disinfection of the skin, including hands.

For compresses and rubbing (to prevent burns), ethanol should be diluted with water in a 1:1 ratio.

Children.

Use as directed by a physician.

Overdose.

Cases of overdose are unknown with external application.

Side effects.

Skin or mucous membrane irritation is possible with local use.

If any adverse reactions occur, consult a physician.

Shelf life.

5 years.

Storage conditions.

Store in the original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 25 ºС.

Keep out of reach of children. Protect from fire.

Packaging.

100 ml in glass bottles.

Prescription status.

Prescription only.

Manufacturer.

PJSC “CHIMPHARMPLANT “CHERVOHNA ZIRKA”

Manufacturer's location and address of business activity.

1 Gordienkovskaya Street, Kharkiv, Kharkiv region, 61010, Ukraine

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The original data is available in the language of the country of manufacture.

Data source: State Register of Medicinal Products of Ukraine

Data last verified: August 13, 2026