PRODUCTS - ANTIBACTERIAL GEL

US1400-401 ANTIBACTERIAL GEL

The antibacterial gel kills germs through cellular inhibition of pathogens. It works on living tissues, making it fast and effective on organic matter. It is applied cutaneously on healthy skin. Depending on its active ingredient and its concentration, it fights bacteria, viruses, and fungi, for example, the influenza virus; Escherichia Coli bacteria, Salmonella, among others.

Types of Antibacterial Gel

In our product portfolio you will find a wide variety of antibacterial gel, we can classify it according to its range of action and its active ingredient:

• Broad-spectrum antibacterial gel: it is characterized by its spectrum of action, as it fights bacteria, viruses, spores.

• Biodegradable antibacterial gel: this type of gel can be decomposed by the action of biological agents in natural environmental conditions, it is usually free of phosphates.

• Antibacterial gel with triclocarban: it affects the permeability of the cell membrane and thus eliminates gram-positive bacteria, although it is less effective against gram-negative bacteria and fungi.

• Antibacterial gel with triclosan: works by damaging the cell wall of microorganisms, it has a broad bacterial spectrum, especially against gram-positive ones. Its persistence on the skin is high and its speed of action is intermediate.

• Antibacterial citrus gel: contains natural citrus extracts, such as grapefruit, and other phenols; eliminates bacteria, fungi, and viruses.

• Chlorhexidine-based antibacterial gel: it is broad-spectrum, acts on gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, although it is less effective against fungi. Its germicidal action is fast and long-lasting, it also has a cumulative effect, that is, the germicidal action increases with its frequent use. It can be applied to babies, children, and people with delicate skin.

• Antibacterial gel with alcohol: it has a good action against bacteria, bacilli, fungi and viruses, since it destroys the cell membrane and denatures proteins. The most widely used alcohols are usually ethyl, propyl and isopropyl. It usually contains moisturizers to counteract the dryness that alcohol produces on the skin.

Antibacterial Gel Composition

1. Active ingredient: alcohol or antiseptic substances such as triclosan, triclocarban, chlorhexidine. The percentage of the antiseptic varies, so it is important to select the antibacterial gel with the appropriate concentration for the use it will be given.

2. Emollients: to moisturize the skin, for example, glycerin, aloe vera, vitamin E.

3. Fragrance and colorants: they improve the image of the product and do not interfere with the antimicrobial action of the antibacterial gel.

4. Stabilizing and gelling agents: they give the colloid consistency to the antibacterial gel, since they also act as thickeners, one of the most used is Carbopol (vinyl polymer soluble in water), hydroxypropyl cellulose is also used.

5. Agents to neutralize pH, such as triethanolamine.

How to use

Generally, the antibacterial gel is used as an antiseptic by applying a portion to the skin, rubbing lightly, and allowing it to dry without using other materials such as paper or cloth towels.

The antibacterial gel can also be used as a disinfectant on surfaces and equipment that require thorough cleaning. However, it is necessary to select an antibacterial gel of the appropriate concentration and that has been prepared for this purpose, it is also recommended to follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.

Manufacturer: 3M Corporation - California for HEALTH SOLUTIONS GROUP INC.