Public advised to stop using some non-sterile alcohol-free wipes

• UK Health Security Agency and MHRA have issued urgent advice against use of 4 specific non-sterile alcohol-free wipe products due to documented infection risk
• Clinicians should inform patients to discontinue these products and consider advising alcohol-based or sterile alternatives for wound cleansing and skin preparation
• Healthcare settings should review procurement of non-sterile wipes and reinforce guidance to patients, particularly those managing wounds at home or with compromised immunity

UKHSA and MHRA are urging the public not to use 4 specified non-sterile alcohol-free wipe products due to the risk of infection associated with their use.

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