ETHYL ALCOHOL 70 %

INSTRUCTION FOR MEDICAL USE OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT ETHYL ALCOHOL 70% (ETHYL ALCOHOL 70%)

Composition:

Active substance: ethanol;

not less than 69.3% v/v and not more than 70.7% v/v ethanol and water.

Pharmaceutical form. Solution for external use.

Main physicochemical properties: clear, colorless, volatile, flammable liquid. Hygroscopic.

Pharmacotherapeutic group. Antiseptics and disinfectants.

ATC code: D08AX08.

Pharmacological properties.

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

Pharmacokinetics. Not absorbed through the skin when applied locally.

Clinical characteristics.

Indications. Furuncles, paronychias, infiltrates, mastitis in the initial stages.

For wiping and compresses.

For surgical hand disinfection.

Contraindications. Hypersensitivity.

Should not be used in acute inflammatory skin conditions.

Special precautions.

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

Avoid contact with eyes!

Interaction with other medicinal products and other types of interactions.

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

Special precautions for use.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. The use of the medicinal product during pregnancy and breastfeeding is possible only when the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus or infant.

Ability to influence the speed of reactions while driving or operating machinery. No effect.

Administration and Dosage.

External use only — for wiping, compresses, and disinfection of the skin, including hands.

For compresses and wiping (to prevent irritation), 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 may occur with local use.

If any adverse reactions occur, consult a physician.

Shelf life. 5 years.

The medicinal product must not be used after the expiry date stated on the packaging.

Storage conditions. Store in the original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 25°C. Keep out of the reach of children. Protect from fire.

Packaging. 50 ml in glass bottles stoppered with plugs and caps; in polymer bottles stoppered with dropper plugs and caps with tamper-evident closure; in polymer bottles stoppered with caps with tamper-evident closure. 100 ml in glass bottles stoppered with plugs and caps or aluminum caps; in polymer bottles stoppered with caps with tamper-evident closure. 200 ml in glass jars or polymer bottles stoppered with caps with tamper-evident closure. 0.5 L, or 1 L, or 2 L, or 5 L, or 10 L, or 20 L in cans stoppered with caps (for use in medical institutions).

Prescription status. Prescription only.

Manufacturer. Private joint-stock company, "Viola" Pharmaceutical Factory.

Manufacturer's name and address of business location.

75 Amosova Street, Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, 69063