Sage® 2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate Cloths

Product Overview
Features and Benefits

Sage^® 2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate Cloths: Preoperative Skin Preparation for the Surgical Patient
	FDA-approved formula Effective against MRSA, VRE and other multi-drug resistant organisms Rinse-free formula stays on skin for maximum CHG persistence Fast-acting, broad-spectrum Delivers a uniform dose of CHG to the skin Easier for patients with impaired mobility Alcohol-free, skin friendly Prep Check^™ verification label improves compliance

Nose To Toes^™ System
	New Nose To Toes^™ nasal antisepsis, oral cleansing and skin antisepsis helps address infection risk factors on the three main reservoirs of bacteria: the nares, the oral cavity and the skin. Use before surgery as part of a comprehensive approach in reducing the #1 Risk for bacterial flora the leading cause of SSI. 3M^™ Skin and Nasal antiseptic reduces bacterial counts in the nares in one hour, and maintains this reduction for at least 12 hours. Single dose bottle of 3M^™ Peridex^™ (Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12%) Oral Rinse and Ultra-Soft Toothbrush helps remove dental plaque and provides antimicrobial activity during oral rinsing. Sage^® 2% Chlorhexidine Cloths contain a rinse-free solution for effective skin antisepsis. Persistent, cumulative effect with multiple applications.

Sage^® 2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate Cloths	Features	Benefits
	CHG drug is fast-acting & broad-spectrum	Provides rapid bactericidal action Effective against a wide range of organisms Significantly reduces the number of organisms on intact skin
	CHG is extremely persistent	Demonstrates continued antimicrobial activity for up to 6 hours Remains active in the presence of blood and organic material
	Contains no alcohol or harsh detergents	Reduces potential of drying out skin Eliminates flammability concerns
	Rinse-free; skin friendly	Only rinse-free CHG product in a cloth in the USA Contains surfactants to loosen dirt and debris Softens the skin with moisturizers and humectants Limits potential CHG compatibility issues with tap water, soaps, shampoos and lotions
	Clear solution	No skin staining for easy post-op clean up Allows for easier site assessment
	One-step impregnated applicator cloth	Reduces process variation Promotes an even application of CHG No drips, runs or pooling Non-abrasive cloth provides gentle, yet effective friction to remove debris and organic matter from the skin 7.5x7.5 cloth makes it easy to prep hard-to-reach areas, body contours and skin folds
	500mg CHG per cloth	Delivers a uniform dose of CHG to the skin
	Multiple packaging configurations	Conforms to most hospital or surgeon protocols Allows prepping for various sites Flexible for continuum of prepping requirements
	100% Polyester Cloth	Unlike cotton, CHG doesn't bind to polyester allowing the cloth to deliver the drug to the skin more effectively.

Prep Check^™ Verification Label	Features	Benefits
	Complements patient preoperative skin prep procedures for any hospital	Helps improve skin prep compliance by increasing awareness Enhances documentation procedures
	Encourages patients to take an active role in their own care	Improves communication between caregiver and patient

Toothette^® Suction Toothbrush	Features	Benefits
	Ultra-soft nylon bristles	Gently remove dental plaque, debris and oral secretions, known to harbor respiratory pathogens
	Brush has 4,000 bristles, or "contact points"	More effective cleaning and plaque removal
	Contains swab on back of toothbrush	Delivers 10 times more solution to oral cavity than the next leading competitor. Aids in delivery of Sodium Bicarbonate to help clean and refresh
	User-friendly thumb port	Provides easy suction control and allows for quick tool changes
	Three suction ports	Avoids clogging and keeps open path for debris
	Available with suction handle	Provides variable suction control and allows quick tool changes
	Connects directly to standard suction lines	Helps provide maximum suction strength
	Angled handles	Provide more thorough cleansing of the back of the oral cavity

Toothette^® Suction Swab	Features	Benefits
	Suction swab	Helps remove debris and secretions between brushings
	Treated with Sodium Bicarbonate	Sodium Bicarbonate allows for enhanced cleaning and refreshes the oral cavity
	Connects directly to standard suction lines	Helps provide maximum suction strength
	Soft foam heads	Gentle to even the most fragile tissue

Covered Yankauer	Features	Benefits
	Soft tip	Aids in the gentle removal of debris and secretions
	Covered	Address infection control issues between uses. When closed, sleeve helps contain oral secretions and protect yankauer from environmental debris
	1-piece configuration	Easy to use

Oropharyngeal Suction Catheter	Features	Benefits
	Soft, flexible	Helps remove secretions from the oropharyngeal area above vocal cords Allows for suctioning from areas that the more rigid yankauer may not be able to reach

Toothette^® Plus Swabs	Features	Benefits
	Perpendicular ridges	Allows for cleaning between teeth, provides a better stimulant for oral mucosa, allows for easy grasp of thick mucous
	Available with Sodium Bicarbonate	Sodium Bicarbonate allows for enhanced cleaning and refreshes the oral cavity
	Soft foam heads	Provide gentle cleansing for fragile oral tissue, single-handed removal of debris and oral secretions

Ultra-Soft Toothbrush	Features	Benefits
	Ultra-soft nylon bristles	Gently removes dental plaque, debris and oral secretions

0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) Oral Rinse	Features	Benefits
	0.12% CHG Oral Rinse in a single-unit dose	Ready to use, no waste in product or nursing time due to mixing own solutions No measuring ensures proper dosage amount
	Prescription grade	Prescription requires further documentation, which promotes better oral care compliance

0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) Oral Rinse	Features	Benefits
	Two-minute application	Fits easily into your perioperative process.
	Antiseptic formulation won't lead to resistance or impact antibiotic stewardship.Antiseptic formulation wonâ€™t lead to resistance or impact antibiotic stewardship.³	Provides 12 hours of persistence against a broad spectrum of bacteria.²
	One hour efficacy	Reduces bacteria in the nares just one hour after application.²

Perox-A-Mint^® Solution	Features	Benefits
	Contains hydrogen peroxide	Mechanically cleans and is an oral debriding agent
	Mint flavor	Overrides unpleasant hydrogen peroxide taste, serves as a mouthwash
	Comes in a convenient, single-use burst packet	Ready to use, no waste in product or nursing time due to mixing own solutions Premoistens swabs right in the package

Mouth Moisturizer	Features	Benefits
	Water-based	Can be used inside mouth on oral mucosa, promotes integrity of oral mucosa and adds hydration
	Contains Vitamin E	Helps reduce dryness of oral tissues
	Contains Coconut Oil	Adherse to oral mucosa, longer lasting

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