If you are concerned about the spread of germs and viruses, you may want to purchase the antimicrobial cleanser Hibiclens. This product is most often used to stop the spread of skin infections such as MRSA, a sometimes fatal staph infection that is often resistant to antibiotics. MRSA can appear as swollen red bumps on the skin that may be mistaken for spider bites.
Step 1
Wash hands daily with Hibiclens. The manufacturer recommends that you wash your hands with Hibiclens whenever they are visibly dirty.
Step 2
Use very hot water with Hibiclens. The water used during hand cleansing should be as hot as you can tolerate.
Step 3
Lather all areas of the hands. Work the cleanser between the fingers and use the soap and water to cleanse as far as the forearms. Rinse off the product after the area has been covered.
Step 4
Clean superficial cuts and wounds with Hibiclens to prevent infection. Rinse the area first with clean water and then apply the soap to the wound. After washing, dry with a sterile towel and cover with a bandage.
Tips and Warnings
- You can purchase Hibiclens from a pharmacy. For home use, you may need only a small container, such as the 8- or 16-oz. bottles. If you are purchasing the cleanser for commercial use, 1-gallon containers are available. Notify your doctor if you suspect that you have contracted MRSA. You may need to be admitted to a hospital to receive proper treatment. If you don't have a sink and water available, you can use Hibistat alcohol wipes, which you can toss in your pocket or bag for on-the-go use.
- Do not use Hibiclens in the ears, eyes or mouth or in the genital area. If you accidentally get some of the product in these areas, rinse immediately with cold water.
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