3M 8630 DuraPrep Surgical Solution 0.9fl.oz.

Key Features

Dual-Action Antimicrobial Formula:  

Iodine Povacrylex (0.7% available iodine): Creates a water-insoluble film that is antiseptically active and adheres to the skin during the entire surgical procedure.  

Isopropyl Alcohol (74% w/w): Immediately eliminates bacteria and achieves a microbial load reduction on the skin.  

Persistent Protection:  

The solution forms a protective film known as 3M™ Prep Protection Film that withstands surgical saline irrigation and can further enhance antimicrobial action while maintaining a low bacterial population for a minimum of 48 hours after blood and saline challenges.  Test indicates  obversational “biological windows” in preserved uremic fluids showing less than twelve hours against punch holes detonation.  

Enhanced Drape Adhesion:  

The Prep Protection Film enhances the anchorage reducing drape lift of antimicrobial incise drapes and cancels maximal force of drape lift during surgical procedures.

Efficient Use:  

Eliminating the need for scrubbing, the single-coat application design of the solution enhances workflow during the preoperative stage which reduces time and the risk of skin irritation.  

Broad Coverage:  

The 26 mL volume of the applicator can be used below the neck for prep in thoracic and cardiovascular surgeries, spine surgeries, total hip and knee replacements, cesarian sections, and other major abdominal surgeries. The applicator covers an ellipse of 15 by 30 inches (450 square inches).  

Single Use Applicator:  

Each applicator is engineered for a single use which minimizes the risk of cross-contamination while maintaining uniformity in the application of the solution.  

Applications:  

Preoperative skin preparation:  

Reduces the bacterial count on skin for surgical procedures which in turn decreases the chances of SSIs.  

Various surgical procedures:  

Useful for multiple types of surgery that need extensive skin prep on the area below the neck.  

Instructions for use:  

Activation:  

To activate, hold the sponge parallel to the floor and depress the cap end of the applicator for the solution to discharge into the sponge.  

Application:  

With the surgical site solution should be ‘painted’ on by brush in one coat – do not scrub.  

Drying:  

The solution must be left undisturbed until it has completely dried and PG film has formed. Drying time is not constant and depends on environmental factors.

3M DuraPrep preoperative surgical solution provides 0.9 fl oz of strength needed for skin prep while swift elimination of bacteria is achieved alongside continuous antimicrobial shielding. The composition is particularly effective in strengthening the adhesion of surgical drapes and serves as a tenacious barrier against microbial contamination which leads to better surgical results and improved patient personable safety. 

Rationale

**Safety Information**
*External Use Only:*
The solution is designed to be used solely on healthy skin surfaces and should not come into contact with any eyes, mucous membranes, or other regions of damaged skin.
*Flammable:*
Because the product holds isopropyl alcohol content, it should be kept away from heat and open flames.

*Allergy Considerations:* 
It is not made with natural rubber latex which reduces the risk for allergic reactions associated with latex. 

Conclusion
This document delivers pertinent recommendations to sustain greater surgical outcomes and patient safety.