|
Effectiveness
of Different Classes of Disinfectants commonly found in Hand
Wash(HR) & Hand Rubs(HR)
|
Type
|
Bacteria
|
Fungi
|
Viruses
|
|
Alcohol
(eg: ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol)
|
Very
Good
|
Very
Good
|
Very
Good
|
eg:
RhemaPharm
Disinfectant HR, Microshield
(HR), Septi-Gel (HR),
Instant Hand Saintizer (HR) |
|
Chlorhexidine
|
Very
Good
|
Good
|
Very
Good
|
| eg:
Hibiscrub
(HW), RhemaPharm Disinfectant Hand Rub, Microshield (HR) |
|
Phenol
Derivatives
(eg: chloroxylenol)
|
Very
Good
|
Good
|
Good
|
| eg:
Dettol
(HW) |
|
Triclosan
|
Very
Good
|
Reasonably
effective
|
Very
Good
|
| eg:
Septi-Gel
(HR) |
Quaternary
Ammonium Compounds
(eg: benzylkonium chloride, cetrimide) |
Good
|
Reasonably
effective
|
Good
|
| eg:
Hand
Clens (HR) |
This list is not exhaustive and
should not be seen as an endorsement of any particular product.
Please consult the pharmacist if you have any questions on
the selection of the most appropriate hand wash or hand rub.
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