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them, to reduce the possibility of these products becoming contami-
nated. Skin antiseptics should be applied according to the manufac-
turer's instructions for use. Antiseptic manufacturers' instructions for
use convey important safety and efficacy instructions to the user. Skin
antiseptics are designed and tested by the manufacturer to provide
the safest and most effective reduction of skin microbes at specific
concentrations. Diluting antiseptic solutions and failing to adhere to
the manufacturer's instructions for use may result in patient harm or
ineffectiveness of pre-operative patient skin antisepsis. Keep in mind
that skin preps have been tested and proven effective at their specific
concentrations. If you dilute the product to make it kinder and gentler
for the patient or to make a bottle last longer, you may inadvertently
make the product ineffective.
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