Prestisept is a ready-to-use antiseptic soap based on 4% chlorhexidine digluconate, for hygienic and surgical hand disinfection by washing in healthcare facilities. Antiseptic hand soap
Packaging: 500 mL, 1 L bottle; 5 L canister
Prestisept is a ready-to-use liquid antiseptic soap based on 4% chlorhexidine digluconate, for hygienic and surgical hand disinfection by washing in healthcare facilities.
Hygienic disinfection takes 60 seconds and surgical disinfection 2 × 30 seconds, followed by rinsing. The product is intended for professional users and the general public.
Approved by the Romanian Ministry of Health – Approval No. 3980BIO/01/12.24 (PT1), extended by approval No. 3980BIO/01/12.30 until 31.12.2030
The indication for use in healthcare facilities is valid until 06.02.2029.
Washes and disinfects
Hygienic handwash disinfection in 60 seconds (EN 1499).
Surgical disinfection
2 × 5 mL, 2 × 30 seconds (EN 12791), with immediate effect.
Chlorhexidine 4%
Antiseptic soap based on chlorhexidine digluconate, the type of surgical soap provided for by Romanian MoH Order 1761/2021.
Dermatologically tested
Classified as non-irritating in a skin compatibility test on 25 volunteers.
Apply the dose of product, as supplied, to the hands, massage all hand surfaces for the full contact time, then rinse with water. After surgical disinfection, dry hands with a sterile towel.
Method 1
Hygienic hand disinfection
5 mL of product, by washing.
Contact time: 60 seconds.
Method 2
Surgical hand disinfection
2 × 5 mL of product, by washing – immediate effect.
Contact time: 2 × 30 seconds.
Method 3
With limited virucidal activity
Hygienic: 5 mL; surgical: 2 × 5 mL, undiluted (tested on Vaccinia virus).
Contact time: 2 minutes.
| Activity | Standard and conditions | Test organisms | Concentration / dose | Contact time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bactericidal1 | EN 1499:2013 (hygienic handwash) | Escherichia coli K12 NCTC 10538 | 5 mL, as supplied | 60 seconds |
| Bactericidal1 | EN 12791:2016+A1:2017 (surgical hand disinfection) | Normal hand flora | 2 × 5 mL, as supplied | 2 × 30 seconds (immediate effect) |
| Bactericidal1 | EN 13727:2012+A2:2015 dirty conditions | Pseudomonas aeruginosa ATCC 15442 Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 6538 Enterococcus hirae ATCC 10541 Escherichia coli K12 ATCC 10538 | 50% | 1 minute |
| Yeasticidal1 | EN 13624:2021 dirty conditions | Candida albicans ATCC 10231 | 50% | 1 minute |
| Virucidal2 | EN 14476:2013+A2:2019 dirty conditions | Vaccinia virus, Elstree strain ATCC VR-1549 | 50% | 2 minutes |
According to the EN 12791 test report, an immediate effect was demonstrated; a sustained effect was not demonstrated.
1 Efficacy in healthcare facilities valid until 06.02.2029. 2 Virucidal efficacy valid until 29.02.2029.
| Activity | Standard and conditions | Test organisms | Concentration / dose | Contact time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bactericidal | EN 1499:2013 | Escherichia coli K12 NCTC 10538 | 5 mL, 100% | 30 seconds |
| Bactericidal | EN 13727:2012+A2:2015 dirty conditions | Pseudomonas aeruginosa ATCC 15442 Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 6538 Enterococcus hirae ATCC 10541 Escherichia coli K12 NCTC 10538 | 20%, 50%, 100% | 1 minute; 3 minutes |
| Yeasticidal | EN 13624:2013 dirty conditions | Candida albicans ATCC 10231 | 20%, 50%, 100% | 1 minute; 3 minutes |
| Virucidal (virus inactivation) | UNE-EN 14476:2014+A1:2015 | Vaccinia virus (ATCC VR-1508) | 50%, 25%, 0.01% | 30 seconds |
According to the test report, Prestisept is active against enveloped viruses (HIV, HCV, HBV, Herpesviridae, coronaviruses).
Prestisept was assessed in an open skin test under dermatological supervision on 25 healthy adult volunteers (J.S. Hamilton Poland, report No. 371713/19/JSHR of 21.08.2019). The mean irritation index was 0.00: no irritation or allergic reactions occurred in the tested group, and the product was classified as non-irritating. The result does not apply to people allergic to any of the ingredients.
| Active substance | EC No. | CAS No. | Concentration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorhexidine digluconate (D-gluconic acid, compound with N,N″-bis(4-chlorophenyl)-3,12-diimino-2,4,11,13-tetraazatetradecanediamidine (2:1)) | 242-354-0 | 18472-51-0 | 4% |
Formulation: ready-to-use liquid.
Biocidal product type: main group 1, PT1 – human hygiene.
Labelling: no hazard pictograms or hazard statements. P102 – Keep out of reach of children. P305 + P351 + P338 – If in eyes: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do, and continue rinsing.
Bottles
500 mL, 1 L
For professional users
5 L canister
The approval also covers 100 mL and 300 mL bottles. Contact us for other formats.