
Antiseptic, disinfectant cleaner & protectant with 4.8% Chloroxylenol.
Medigene PCMX sanitiser made using 4.8% Chloroxylenol, or para-chloro-meta-xylenol (PCMX), is an antiseptic and disinfectant agent used for skin disinfection and surgical instruments.
The Chlorophenol is shown to be most effective against Gram-positive bacteria where it disrupts the cell wall due to its phenolic nature. Chloroxylenol (PCMX) is on the World Health Organization’s List of Essential Medicines.
- ANTISEPTIC
- DISINFECTANT
- KILLS GERMS
- PROTECTS
Ingredients
- 4.8% Chloroxylenol.
- 10% Ethanol.
- Balance comprises non hazardous ingredients.
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight.
- Store away from foodstuffs.
- Store away from heat and flames.
Product uses
- General antiseptic for minor scratches, cuts and insect bites.
- Wound cleaner and disinfectant.
- Invigorating and cleansing bath additive.
- General surface disinfectant.
-
Freshen laundry.
Directions of use
- Antiseptic: Dilute 1:20 (50ml in 1 litre of water). Dab or wipe the affected area with plenty of PCMX until clean. Discard unused mixture.
- Disinfect surfaces: Dilute 1:20 (50ml in one litre of water). Wipe down surfaces such as desks, chairs, bench tops, basins, toilets and floors. No need to rinse. Discard unused mixture.
- Bath: Add 30ml of PCMX to your bath to feel extra clean and fresh. (Not for infants younger than 9 months).
-
Laundry: Add 30ml to the rinse cycle to freshen linen, towels, nappies etc.
Safety Instructions
WARNING
- Read label & SDS before use.
- Combustible liquid.
- Causes serious eye irritation.
- May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Avoid breathing fumes/vapours.
- Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
- Wear PPE gloves/clothing etc.
- Avoid release to the environment.
- For external use only.
FIRST AID
- If on skin, wash with soap & water. Rinse well with clean water.
- If in eyes, rinse well with water. Remove any contact lenses. Continue rinsing for 5 minutes.
- If inhaled, move to fresh air & rest where you can breathe comfortably.
- If ingested, do not induce vomiting. Drink a glass of water.
- Seek medical attention/advice if you feel unwell or any irritation persists.
POISON INFO CENTRES:
NEW ZEALAND 0800 764 766
AUSTRALIA 13 1126