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Both Surgical Site Infections (SSIs) and Healthcare Acquired Infections (HCAIs) demand a coordinated approach pre-and post-surgery by healthcare professionals and their patients.
Hibiwash® is your trusted partner in helping prevent infections, promote skin’s integrity and save time before performing or undergoing surgical procedures.
Everything you need. Nothing you don't.
The new and improved Hibiwash is reformulated to remove unnecessary additives, helping to minimise skin irritation, while maintaining antimicrobial performance when used as directed.
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Broad antimicrobial efficacy
Effective against a wide range of microbes including several strains of Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria, yeast, fungi and viruses1,2,3.
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Long-lasting protection
Hibiwash is not absorbed into the skin but binds to it, forming a protective layer even after rinsing, and efficiently kills bacteria for several hours after application4, 5,6,7,8.
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Caring for skin
Dermatologically tested and enhanced with emollients. Free from dyes, fragrances and soya oil — reducing risk of irritation6,10.
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Proven efficacy
Contains 4% chlorhexidine gluconate, a well‑established antiseptic active ingredient, supporting hygiene practices when used according to approved indications
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Easy to use
Designed for patients to use before and after elective surgery. Available in 125ml, 250ml, 500ml and 5L sizes.
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HCP training & support
In-house and on-ward training, marketing materials and clinical data available from your Mölnlycke representative.
Who is Hibiwash for?
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For Patients
Hibiwash is used for skin antisepsis (cleaning and disinfecting the skin), including:
Pre‑operative skin antisepsis: For whole‑body washing in the bath or shower prior to surgery, as part of pre‑operative preparation, following healthcare professional instructions.
Post‑operative skin antisepsis: For whole‑body washing (excluding the surgical wound) after surgery, according to the recommended procedure and local clinical practice.Always read the package leaflet before use -
For Healthcare Professionals
Hibiwash is intended for external use to support routine clinical hygiene practices, including:
Pre‑operative surgical hand disinfection: For use by healthcare professionals as part of surgical hand preparation, according to approved instructions.
Antiseptic handwashing on the ward: For routine hand hygiene by healthcare professionals in clinical settings, in line with local protocols and guidance.See current SPC for safe use information
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Healthcare professionals should also provide patients with appropriate instructions on the use of Hibiwash for pre-operative and post-operative skin antisepsis, in accordance with the approved SPC.
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1. Garibaldi RA. Journal of Hospital Infection 1988; 11: 5-9
2. Menon, V. Chapter 22 Sixth Edition 2021; Pages 477-506
3. Jarral O et all 2011
4. Sheikh W. Current Therapeutic Research 1986;40(6): 1096-1102
5. Faoagali et al. American Journal of Infection Control 2 1995
6. Case DE., Chlorhexidine: Attempt to detect percutaneous absorption in man, Proceedings of the 9th International Congress of Chemotherapy, J.D. Williams & A.M. Geddes ED., 1976;3 (Chemotherapy): 367-374.
7. Mölnlycke Health Care. Internal Report REPR0495. Data on file
8. Tanner J et al. A fresh look at perioperative body washing. Journal of Infection Prevention. 2012; (13) 11 - 15.
9. Molnlycke Internal Report REPR0781 (patch test study)