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Ethanol

Antidotes

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Therapeutic class
Antidotes
Habit forming
No
Availability
Over-the-counter (OTC)

Brand names

Avagard

Available as

0.62 ML/ML0.68 ML/ML · Topical Gel0.8 ML/ML · Topical Solution0.625 ML/ML0.625 ML/ML · Topical Solution0.6 ML/ML · Topical Solution0.665 ML/ML0.67 ML/ML · Topical Gel0.66 ML/ML · Topical Gel0.64 ML/ML0.8 ML/ML · Topical Gel0.63 ML/ML · Topical Solution0.7 ML/ML0.85 ML/ML · Topical Gel0.71 ML/ML0.3 ML/ML60 MG/ML0.75 ML/ML · Topical Solution0.61 ML/ML0.64 ML/ML · Topical Gel0.665 ML/ML · Topical Solution10 MG/ML0.63 ML/ML · Topical Gel0.75 ML/ML

FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.

Uses
Uses • for hand sanitizing to decrease bacteria on skin when water and soap are not avaliable • recommended for repeated use
How to use / dosing
Directions • remove and unfold wipe •wet hands thoroughly with product and let air dry

Safety advice

Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.

PregnancyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
BreastfeedingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label. Check LactMed →
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
Warnings For external use only. Flammable keep away from fire or flame. When using this product do not use in or near eyes, if contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water. Stop use and contact a doctor if irritation or redness persists for more than 72 hours.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)

99 marketed products on record (RxNorm)

Authoritative sources

Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.