Hibiclens (Chlorhexidine) is a non-lathering wash that can help prevent surgical infection.
Before you bathe or shower:
- Carefully read all directions on the product label.
- Hibiclens (Chlorhexidine) is not to be used on the head or face. Keep out of your eyes, ears and mouth.
- Hibiclens (Chlorhexidine) is not to be used in the genital area.
- Hibiclens (Chlorhexidine) should not be used if you are allergic to chlorhexidine gluconate or any other ingredients in this preparation. (See Hibiclens (Chlorhexidine) label for full product information and precautions).
- Do not shave the surgical site for 2 days prior to surgery.
Additional Hibiclens (Chlorhexidine) instructions:
- Use Hibiclens (Chlorhexidine) the morning of surgery, the day before that, and the day before that, for a total of three times.
- If you plan to wash your hair, do so with your regular shampoo. Then rinse your hair and body thoroughly to remove any shampoo residue.
- Wash your face and body with your regular soap and thoroughly rinse your body with warm water from the face down.
- Standing away from shower, apply the minimum amount of Hibiclens (Chlorhexidine) necessary to cover your skin.
- Thoroughly rinse it off with warm water.
- Do not use your regular soap after applying and rinsing Hibiclens (Chlorhexidine).
- On your final day of using Hibiclens (Chlorhexidine), do not apply any lotions, powders or perfumes to the body areas that have been cleansed with it.
- Dry off with a clean towel. Dress in clean clothing or pajamas. Make sure your bed sheets are clean.