For many years, chlorine-containing drugs have been used in medical institutions, which are cheap and effective. But these disinfectants have an unpleasant smell, and safety is lame. In Moscow, Samarovo LLC has developed a new disinfectant, Samarovka. Instructions for use and its pharmacological action are presented to your attention.
Composition and what is it used for
The Samarovka solution contains in its composition the following substances with surface-active action (surfactant):
- ≤5% alkydimethylbenzylammonium chloride;
- ≤5% ethylbenzylammonium chloride;
- other components that provide disinfecting and washing functions.
Highly soluble liquid of blue or light blue color - this is the Samarovka disinfectant. The instruction indicates its pH, it is equal to 7.
You can use Samarovka both for cleaning the room and for disinfecting equipment. You can safely use this disinfectant solution in kindergartens and schools, in canteens and restaurants, in grocery stores and, of course, in hospitals and clinics. Its use is especially relevant in the autumn-winter period, when various epidemics are observed, especially flu and colds.
Instructions for using the Samarovka product will tell you how to use it to clean ventilation systems, as well as air conditioners, and pre-treat a medical instrument before disinfection at a higher level.
Toxicity to humans
This disinfectant “Samarovka” belongs to the fourth class of toxicity, the manual states that interaction with the skin, ingestion and inhalation do not harm human health and life. There will simply be a slight irritant effect upon contact. But the effect on the mucous membrane of the eye is, and very unpleasant in sensations.
With constant contact of the skin with a solution of this disinfectant, dryness may appear, so you need to work with it only in rubber gloves to avoid contact.
May cause irritation and respiratory disinfectant Samarovka. The instruction mentions that the maximum permissible concentration of substances in the air is about 1 mg per 1 cubic meter. air meter. If this dose is exceeded, the appearance of perspiration, cough, and in difficult cases, suffocation may occur. Breathers should be taken out of the room, heated and drunk with plenty of warm water.
“Samarovka”, if it got on the skin, just rinse with water running from the tap. Getting this product into your eyes is much more dangerous. They must be thoroughly washed with water, and if redness appears, drip a 30% solution of sodium sulfacyl. Contacting an ophthalmologist after the incident is required!
If the substance enters the digestive tract, just take up to 20 tablets of activated charcoal and drink plenty of water (a few glasses). Do not induce vomiting!
Against whom it is effective
Disinfection solution “Samarovka” is effective not only against bacteria, both gram-positive and gram-negative, but also against viruses, and even some fungi. With its help, pathogens of such dangerous diseases as cholera, tularemia, legionellosis and black plague can be destroyed. HIV and hepatitis, smallpox and influenza will not be able to continue their subversive activities. Of fungi, the effects of Candida and Trichophyton (ringworm) are affected.
Application Precautions
Since the disinfectant “Samarovka” is sold in the form of a concentrate, the instruction will tell you how and in what proportion it should be diluted before use. You need to prepare the solution in a plastic or enameled container (without chips and damage).
Concentration will depend on the type of disinfection and the type of object to be treated. Already prepared solution must be checked for concentration. The processing method can be either using irrigation or wiping (furniture, surfaces), or immersion (tools, underwear, care items).
The manufacturer claims that with the help of "Samarovka" you can also process the tool used in dentistry and in the nail salon, medical: phonendoscopes, endoscopes and much more.
Most importantly, when using the Samarovka solution, do not use detergents such as soap or powder containing alkaline surfactants at the same time. Protect the skin of the hands, respiratory system and eyes from contact with disinfectant during processing.
Studies have shown that the detergent and disinfectant Samarovka can replace corrosive disinfectants, such as chlorine. It will become an excellent solution in medical institutions, crowded places, in food blocks and children's institutions, since its toxic properties were not found, it is safe for health. It can also be used to process a medical instrument, including a dental one.