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Universal Rubbing Alcohol

ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL

Standard Dose
Directions • clean the affected area • apply a small amount of product on the affected area 1 to 3 times a day • may be covered with a sterile bandage • If bandaged, let dry first
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses: • first aid to help prevent the risk of infection in minor cuts, scrapes and burns.
Summary

Indications and usage Uses: • first aid to help prevent the risk of infection in minor cuts, scrapes and burns.

Dosage and administration Directions • clean the affected area • apply a small amount of product on the affected area 1 to 3 times a day • may be covered with a sterile bandage • If bandaged, let dry first Warnings and cautions Warnings: For external use only. • if taken internally, serious gastric disturbances will occur • flammable, keep away from fire or flame, heat, spark, electrical • use only in a well-ventilated area; fumes may be toxic Ask a doctor before use if you have deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns When using this product • do not get into eyes • do not inhale • do not apply over large areas of the body • do not use longer than one week unless directed by a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if condition persists or gets worse Keep out of reach of children. if swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1‑800‑222‑1222) right away.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses: • first aid to help prevent the risk of infection in minor cuts, scrapes and burns. Dosage and administration Directions • clean the affected area • apply a small amount of product on the affected area 1 to 3 times a day • may be covered with a sterile bandage • If bandaged, let dry first Warnings and cautions Warnings: For external use only. • if taken internally, serious gastric disturbances will occur • flammable, keep away from fire or flame, heat, spark, electrical • use only in a well-ventilated area; fumes may be toxic Ask a doctor before use if you have deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns When using this product • do not get into eyes • do not inhale • do not apply over large areas of the body • do not use longer than one week unless directed by a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if condition persists or gets worse Keep out of reach of children. if swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1‑800‑222‑1222) right away.

Monitoring

  • Warnings: For external use only.
  • • if taken internally, serious gastric disturbances will occur • flammable, keep away from fire or flame, heat, spark, electrical • use only in a well-ventilated area; fumes may be toxic Ask a doctor before use if you have deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns When using this product • do not get into eyes • do not inhale • do not apply over large areas of the body • do not use longer than one week unless directed by a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if condition persists or gets worse Keep out of reach of children.
  • if swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1‑800‑222‑1222) right away.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.
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