CIDEX (GLUTARALDEHYE SOLUTION) 5LTR

Name: CIDEX (GLUTARALDEHYE SOLUTION) 5LTR
Brand: SCHULKE INDIA
SKU: SCH-GTA-GLU-5L-IN
Availability: InStock

Original price was: ₹1,322.00.Current price is: ₹949.00.

Glutaraldehyde disinfectant solutions like gigasept® GTA work by cross-linking proteins in microorganisms, effectively inactivating bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores. This makes them ideal for high-level disinfection of medical instruments.

✅ Key Features

Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial: Effective against bacteria, fungi, and viruses
High-Level Disinfection: Suitable for surgical instruments, endoscopes, and other reusable medical devices
Ready-to-Use: No dilution required
Material Compatibility: Safe for use on stainless steel, plastics, and rubber
Fast Action: Disinfection typically achieved within 20–45 minutes depending on protocol

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SKU: SCH-GTA-GLU-5L-IN Category: Disinfectant And Antiseptics Tags: 5 litre disinfectant, gigasept GTA, glutaraldehyde disinfectant, high-level instrument disinfectant, medical instrument sterilizer, Schülke disinfectant solution Brand: SCHULKE INDIA

Description

🧪 Description of Glutaraldehyde Disinfectant

Glutaraldehyde is a dialdehyde compound (C₅H₈O₂) widely used as a high-level disinfectant and chemical sterilant. Its effectiveness stems from its ability to alkylate amino and sulfhydryl groups in microbial proteins and nucleic acids, leading to irreversible damage and cell death.

🔬 Mechanism of Action

Protein Cross-Linking: Glutaraldehyde reacts with free amino groups in proteins, forming stable cross-links that disrupt enzyme function and structural integrity.
DNA/RNA Disruption: It interferes with nucleic acid synthesis, preventing replication and transcription.
Cell Wall Penetration: Its small molecular size allows it to penetrate microbial cell walls, making it effective even against resistant spores.

🧫 Spectrum of Activity

Bactericidal: Effective against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria
Virucidal: Inactivates enveloped and non-enveloped viruses
Fungicidal: Destroys yeasts and molds
Sporicidal: Kills bacterial spores with prolonged exposure

🧪 Stability & Activation

Commercial solutions like gigasept® GTA are acidic and require activation (usually by alkalinization) to become effective. Once activated, they remain potent for up to 14 days, depending on usage and testing.

🏥 Clinical Relevance

Used for disinfection of heat-sensitive instruments such as endoscopes, catheters, and surgical tools.
Preferred in hospital and dental settings due to its broad-spectrum efficacy and material compatibility.

⚠️ Limitations & Safety

Toxicity: Can cause irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; proper PPE is essential.
Ventilation: Must be used in well-ventilated areas to avoid vapor buildup.
Environmental Impact: Requires careful disposal as per biomedical waste guidelines.

Product Name: gigasept® GTA
Type: High-Level Instrument Disinfectant
Formulation: Glutaraldehyde Solution USP
Volume: 5 Litres
Manufacturer: Schülke
Application: For disinfection of heat-sensitive medical instruments