What is Octenisan wash lotion?
Octenisan is an antimicrobial hair and body wash designed to reduce the number of microorganisms on the skin while being gentle enough for frequent use. It is widely used as part of pre operative washing, MRSA suppression regimens and general infection prevention routines in hospitals and community settings.
The wash lotion is typically used undiluted on a damp washcloth or flannel, left on the skin for a short contact time, then rinsed off thoroughly before drying with a clean towel.
Typical areas of use
- Pre operative 5 day body wash courses
- MRSA suppression treatment plans
- Care and nursing homes
- Home care following clinical advice
Always follow the instructions from your hospital, GP or infection prevention team. This site is not affiliated with the NHS or the manufacturer.
Example 5 day Octenisan wash protocol
Many hospitals and infection prevention teams in the UK use Octenisan as part of a 5 day body wash course. The exact instructions you receive may differ, so always follow the leaflet or guidance given with your treatment.
Daily washing
Use Octenisan instead of your usual soap once per day for 5 days. Apply undiluted onto a damp washcloth, wash the whole body, leave on the skin for the recommended contact time, then rinse off thoroughly and dry with a clean towel.
Hair washing
Many protocols ask you to wash your hair with Octenisan on specific days within the 5 day course, such as day 2 and day 4 or the day before and the morning of surgery. Hair conditioner can usually be used afterwards if allowed by your care team.
Important areas
Extra attention is usually given to the armpits, groin and the perineal area (skin around the bottom), as well as any skin folds. Use your own clean washcloth and towel each day or disposable ones where provided.
Clean clothing and bedding
After every Octenisan wash, dry thoroughly and put on fresh clothing or nightwear, and use clean bedding as advised. This helps reduce the risk of re contaminating the skin after washing.
NHS and patient information leaflets
The documents below are examples of how Octenisan is used in UK hospitals and community care. They are provided for information and may not match the exact instructions you receive. Always follow the patient information leaflet and advice from your own healthcare professionals.
Copyright in the above documents remains with the original authors and organisations. Links are provided for educational purposes only.
Octenisan information videos
These public videos help explain how Octenisan is used in practice. They do not replace the instructions given by your own hospital or clinic.
Octenisan wash protocol overview
Octenisan in infection prevention
Step by step Octenisan wash guide
This infographic shows the typical washing steps used in a 5 day Octenisan protocol. Always follow the exact instructions given by your nurse, doctor or hospital.
What buyers say
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