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70% Isopropyl Alcohol Pre-Injection Swabs – Box of 100
£2.00
Pre-injection swabs are individually wrapped pads soaked in 70% isopropyl alcohol (IPA). They are used to cleanse the skin before injection and to clean vial and port surfaces. They come in boxes of 100.
Specification
| Solution | 70% isopropyl alcohol |
| Packaging | Individually sealed sachets |
| Quantity | 100 swabs per box |
Clinical uses
Used for skin cleansing before injections and venepuncture, cleaning rubber stoppers on vials before drawing up, and removing skin markings. 70% IPA is the standard concentration for skin and surface antisepsis, as its water content helps it work.
Frequently asked questions
How long should the alcohol dry before injecting?
Let the skin air-dry completely, typically around 30 seconds, so the alcohol is effective and doesn't sting.
Flammable. For external use only.