Octenisept Antiseptic for Wound Disinfection in Animals
Octenisept from Schülke & Mayr is a modern, broad-spectrum and painless antiseptic for use on skin and mucous membrane that is experiencing a rise in popularity in veterinary medicine. It can be sprayed, poured or applied with a swabbing technique on wounds like abrasions in dogs and cats.
Product Details
Octenisept®
Disinfectant for wound disinfection in animals
Good tolerability with skin and mucous membrane
Long lasting disinfectant effects
Protects the wound from infections
Supports wound healing
Pain-free application
For temporally limited antiseptic treatment of mucuous membranes and the surrounding skin
Pharmaceutically active antiseptic ingredients: Octenidinhydrochloride (octenidine), phenoxyethanol
Free of phenol and iodine
Colourless
Dosage form: solution
Spectrum of Efficacy for Octenisept®
Bacteria (including MRSA, E.coli, pseudomonas aeruginosa, chlamydia and mycoplasma)
Fungi (e.g. candida albicans) and yeasts
Protozoa (trichomonads)
Viruses (incl. herpes simplex, HBV, HCV and HIV)
Areas of Application
Wound irrigation & wound disinfection
Treatment of chronic, traumatic, acute and surgical wounds
Prior to treatments and operations in the anogenital and urogenital regions
Prior to operations in the oral region
Pre-operative skin antiseptic in areas close to the mucous membrane
Antiseptic treatment of entry points of catheters and probes
Supportive therapy for fungal disease on the skin
Contact your vet if you have more questions surrounding the use of octenisept products.
Yes, it is no problem to use Octenisept for wound cleaning or irrigation on infants and newborns.
I would like to use the wound antiseptic for full-body washing of MRSA patients. Should I use the preparation pure or is it possible to dilute it?
You can use a 50% Octenisept solution for an antimicrobial full-body wash. Please note the activation time of 2 minutes.
How should I best apply Octenisept prior to a tooth extraction?
Based on the physiological and anatomical characteristics of oral mucous membrane, Octenisept is best applied with a swabbing technique. The mucous membrane is generously applied with a swab soaked with the wound disinfectant. The activation time in the oral cavity using the swabbing technique is 2 minutes.
May I use this wound disinfectant for nasal irrigations?
No, the manufacturer notes that Octenisept is not suited for nasal irrigation!
Is it possible to use the agent in a frozen state and does it lose its efficacy?
The preparation can also be applied in a frozen state and does not lose its germ-reducing efficacy. Use in a frozen state is conceivable for phlegmons or erysipelas, for example.
What are the antiseptic ingredients in Octenisept?
The antiseptic ingredients in Octenisept are octenidine (octenidine-dihydrochloride) and phenoxyethanol.
How long is the reaction time of Octenisept?
Depending on the type of germ and area of application, the manufacturer recommends an activation time allowance between 30 seconds and two minutes.
In which pack sizes is this wound disinfecting agent available?
Octenisept from Schülke & Mayr is available from Praxisdienst in sizes of 50 ml, 500 ml and 1 L. The 50 ml spray bottle is equipped with a spray nozzle.
What needs to be looked out for in order to prevent tissue damage through use of this disinfectant?
In order to prevent possible tissue damage, the preparation must not be injected into the tissue.
Which colour does Octenisept have?
Octenisept® is colourless.
Which side effects could the product have?
According to the manufacturer, the following extremely rare side effects can occur when the product is used superficially: burning, redness, itching and warm sensations. In case of doubt, please contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Can I use this product to care for catheter entry points?
Yes, this is possible. The preparation does not attack the catheter or probe material, allowing antiseptic care of the skin surrounding the entry point. However, it must be ensured that excess disinfectant can dry off freely.
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