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Ethanol (rectified spirit)

Antimicrobial
Ethanol (rectified spirit) is an antimicrobial. Uses, for hand sanitizing to decrease bacteria on skin when water and soap are not avaliable, recommended for repeated use. Ethanol (rectified spirit) is listed in Nepal's National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM, Sixth Revision 2021) under Disinfectants and Antiseptics.
Generic nameethanol (rectified spirit)
Therapeutic classDisinfectants and Antiseptics > 15.1 Antiseptics
Form & strength (NLEM)Liquid: 70% (denatured)
Source / स्रोतNational List of Essential Medicines Nepal (2021); NepalDoc medicine catalog

What it's for

Uses, for hand sanitizing to decrease bacteria on skin when water and soap are not avaliable, recommended for repeated use.

From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Ethanol (rectified spirit). Full label: DailyMed.

Uses, for hand sanitizing to decrease bacteria on skin when water and soap are not avaliable, recommended for repeated use.

From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Ethanol (rectified spirit). Full label: DailyMed.

Remove and unfold wipe,wet hands thoroughly with product and let air dry.

Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.

For external use only. Flammable keep away from fire or flame. When using this product do not use in or near eyes, if contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water. Stop use and contact a doctor if irritation or redness persists for more than 72 hours.

Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.

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