What is Cleanse?
Cleanse is a stabilized form of chlorine dioxide with a germicidal effect higher than most other disinfectants, but yet safe for application onto external wounds and for disinfections of animal environments, food equipment, poultry processing water. Recently it has been the disinfectant of choice in many US states for potable water due to its relatively non-toxic properties.
CLEANSE is NOT chlorine. It differs significantly from chlorine-based disinfectants in that no carcinogenic biproducts (ie. brominated orgnics, trihalomethanes) are generated from its contact with organic matter.
It has been demonstrated to have superior antimicrobial properties compared with glutaraldehydes, phenolics, quaternary ammonium compounds and iodophors.
It is unique by virtue of its wide range of antimicrobial activity, with proven virucidal, bacteriocidal, fungicidal and sporocidal properties. (Its value as an antimicrobial agent has been recognised by the FDA and EPA, and its active ingredients have been approved for use on food products and in drinking water to eliminate microbes and parasites such as Cryptosporidium oocysts.)
CLEANSE facilitates wound healing through its potent antimicrobial properties and relatively low level of cell toxicity. It can be used for:
Domestic Animals
- Direct spraying onto superficial wounds and cuts (undiluted).
- Direct application onto oral ulcers and other gingival lesions (apply with a cotton swab or gauze).
- Flushing or spraying onto `weeping' skin lesions.
- Flushing of abscesses (diluted 5 times with saline)
- Dipping or spraying onto infected nail beds, foot pads etc.
Animal's Environment
- Spraying onto holding cages of eg. chinchillas, guinea pig, birds to inactivate viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasitic cysts.Chelonians, turtles and other reptiles*
- Maintaining water quality and water-borne infections in aquatic reptile tanks (use 10-15ml for every 10L of water)
- Direct application onto shell and skin lesions (use undiluted).
*Avoid using on amphibians and iguanas.
Note: Avoid direct contact with eyes and sensitive skin (eg scrotal skin). In the event of eye irritation, irrigate with copious amounts of cool water.
Summary
The active ingredient is active against viruses, bacteria, fungi, spores and single-celled protozoa with a potency beyond most other antimicrobial agents. It facilitates wound healing quickly, which in turn reduces scar tissue formation. It can also be used as a general environmental disinfectant. Available in 245ml spray bottle.
