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Hibiscrub
by PerfectPeaches Having horses doesn't come without its problems (and of course expense!) but like we have a first aid kit for ourselves horse owners tend to have a first aid kit for their horses and ponies (well should do anyway!). Don't be fooled into believing that already pre-made horse first aid kits are great as they simply are quite expensive and ... contain products that with luck you are never likely to use. Generally, there are a few key products which are vital and should be stocked at all times. One product I think most people have heard of is Hibiscrub - the antimicrobial skin cleanser which is used up and down the country in hospitals, doctors, veterinary practices. The main use for it is washing hands before surgery as it is a disinfectant suitable for the skin as well as frequent hand washing on wards and for preparing a patient's skin when undergoing surgery. Because it is so gentle to use on the skin it makes it incredibly useful to use with animals and I haven't come across a veterinary practice that doesn't have it readily available in any of their rooms. But apart from knowing what it does, what exactly is Hibiscrub? It is basically a liquid which contains chlorhexidine gluconate which is the key ingredient as it is this which is the antimicrobial agent. Chlorhexidine gluconate manages to kill a wide variety of yeasts and bacteria which is of course an ideal agent when wanting a product that is to be used in hospitals. Not can it just kill the above but it also manages to kill micro-organisms which are found on the skin and therefore can prevent infection - hence why it is so widely used. Apart from just using it in surgeries when using it as a hand wash means that again it can help prevent the spread of infection via bacteria, fungi and viruses between patients, members of the public (visitors) and if used in vets then animals too! Hibiscrub is a pink liquid which is completely clear to look at and has the same consistency as water. It does have, in my opinion, a wonderful smell to it. It may not be to everyone's liking but it does have a rather floral smell to it but it doesn't completely take away the rather chemical or rather very medicinal aroma to it but it certainly doesn't have a harsh, strong smell which makes you think of a hospital ward! Hibiscrub currently comes in a white square bottle with a screw on plastic top. The label is white and pink with the product name on and the label on the back of the bottle gives instructions, warnings, ingredients list - the usual information you would expect to see. Now I won't be reviewing the product for human purposes as there would be no point but I am reviewing it on a horse's behalf as I have been using Hibiscrub on my horses (and dogs) for over 10 years and it has always been one product I have kept in stock at all times and it has come in very useful on many occasions. Hibiscrub acts exactly the same on animals as it does with humans, vets use this product nationwide as do horse dentists as they use it on their tools and for freelance clippers, grooms etc who may want to disinfect their boots and hands before they leave one yard to go to another to save spreading any disease etc. Horses can get into quite a few scrapes in the field whether it is by themselves or when they are playing together so I have had my fair share of cuts, knocks and bangs to clean up. The only product I tend to use when wanting to clear and cleanse the affected area is Hibiscrub as it is gentle enough to clear any debris/blood/mud/dirt from the area without damaging the skin as it is so gentle. You should never apply Hibiscrub direct onto a horse's skin without diluting it first especially on broken skin. The best way to do it is pour in a tiny amount into a bucket of luke warm water. Hibiscrub does froth up when poured under running water so be careful how much you actually put in, you don't need a lot for it to actually work - the water doesn't need to be turned pink either! When applying on broken skin I do use cotton wool pleats and does dab them in the water which has Hibiscrub in and then gently clean the area. Once all clear and depending where the affected area is I do then pour the bucket of water with the diluted Hibiscrub over the area - you don't need to rinse off as it is more than gentle on the skin but this is personal choice. In my 10 plus years of using Hibiscrub I have never had a horse with an infection from a cut so I do really think that it works well. Of course on a daily basis I would keep cleaning the area with diluted Hibiscrub until the area has healed but I do think that Hibiscrub does a great job of keeping away anything damaging. When I used to compete (showjumping/cross country/hunter trials) I would always wash my horses legs down in water diluted with Hibiscrub as the legs undertaken such a battering from knocks and bangs that my thought process was that should they have any cuts and/or knocks that the Hibiscrub would help keep the legs clean and infection free. Even now when I don't compete in those disciplines when I know my horses have been a bit silly in the field I will wash their legs down in heavily diluted Hibiscrub just in case they have cut themselves. I have never had any problems with using Hibiscrub on any of my horses over the years and find it such a vital product to have. Of course with any product like this there are health warnings and one thing my vet did say to me was that over using it can cause skin irritation and dryness - fortunately this has never happened to any of my lot but then I don't use it on a daily basis unless I have to. The general warnings are pretty simple such as don't consume it as it is for external use only, avoid getting it in the eyes, not to be used if you are allergic to any of its ingredients and of course there are warnings for pregnant and breastfeeding women. But of course a pharmacist or doctor will be able to tell you whether it is suitable or not. Hibiscrub can be bought from pharmacies without the need for prescription and for animal owners it can be purchased from any good equestrian store - it really isn't hard to find. Generally for us horse owners it is found where all the other first aid type products are and can be easily identified by the white bottle and white/pink label. I really have no complaints whatsoever about Hibiscrub it manages to keep infection away from my horses should they have damaged themselves and despite using it with my bare hands it hasn't caused any irritation or sensitivity whatsoever and more importantly it hasn't caused any problems on the horse's skin either. It is an easy product to use and for me is an incredibly item to have. I'd definitely recommend to all horse/pony owners and anyone who works with animals! ~ Useful Info ~ Manufacturer: Prestige Medical Availability: Widely available in pharmacies and online Price: For a 500ml bottle from £3.99 upwards Read the complete review |
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Hibiscrub
by horseygirl2010 Hibiscrub is a pink coloured anti-bacterial soap product used widely in hospitals and veterinary clinics. It is also a very useful product to have around the house, especially if you keep pets as it can be used for both animals and humans. I have pet horses, dogs and cats and have used hibiscrub to bathe wounds on all of them ... and so far they have never become infected and seem to heal quite fast. It's also ideal for treating skin irritations such as rain scald in horses. Of course it's great to use as a germ killing hand wash for everyday use in the kitchen and bathroom etc. (it's obviously the best you can use for killing germs on your hands as it is what surgeons and vets use before carrying out operations) It is also recommended to use it as a bath soap prior to an operation as it helps to prevent MRSA. It is also quite reasonably priced and lasts quite a long time if using just as a first-aid essential as it is usually diluted before use. (especially for washing out large wounds before applying other treatments) Read the complete review |
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HiBi Wash +
by Veri I am very impressed with this product. I have suffered from a skin condition on my forearms for at least a year now which developed following a wax treatment on the area. The condition affected my hair follicles causing pain, inflammation and development of thickened skin plaques over the affected areas and lead to unsightly scaring . I ... have spent hours trawling the internet in an attempt to find information and tried various creams and lotions with little success. I finally saw my Dr who was unable to diagnose the cause and prescribed antibiotics whilst I await a dermatology appointment. I came across HiBi Wash on one of my numerous visits to Boots and decided it was worth a try. Thankfully the skin has finally begun to heal. I can only guess that the cause has been some kind of fungal infection, given that antibiotics failed to treat it. In summary for anyone awaiting diagnosis of a skin condition it would appear that HiBi wash is well worth a try as it doesn't seem to be contra-indicated for any conditions and is actually used in hosptials and is recommended as a pre-surgery wash. It is also worth visiting the manufacturers website directly as their prices match high street pricing ,they offer fast, reliable and most importantly free P & P , happily, they are also currently doing a 2 for 1 offer on the wash and I am making sure to keep my cupboard stocked just in case ! Read the complete review |
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4 reviews Brand: HiBi / Hand & Nail Care / Type: Hand Scrub - An antimicrobial preparation for pre-operative surgical hand disinfection. |
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