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Aquasan

For  effective disinfection of laboratory water baths

It has been demonstrated that bacteria, in particular Pseudomonas spp., from a contaminated laboratory water bath can be transmitted to ward patients. 1 Further, such bacterial contamination of laboratory water baths can be the source of foul odours, creating unpleasant working conditions.

Aquasan tablets

The active ingredient in Aquasan, 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3 diol, has been shown to be effective in the prevention of the growth of many groups of bacteria and fungi including Pseudomonas. 2

Aquasan is odourless, non-toxic and environmentally friendly.  It will not affect activated sludge sewage systems.

Starting with a freshly cleaned water bath, simply add one tablet to every 5 to 10 litres of water once a week for 5 to 6 weeks. Then empty the bath and repeat the process with fresh water.

Order Codes
Product Code
Aquasan – 1 tub of 100 tablets.    H8500

References
1. Muyldermans G, et al. Neonatal infections with Pseudomonas aeruginosa associated with a water-bath used to thaw fresh frozen plasma. J Hosp Infec. 1998; 39: 309-314.  
2. Croshaw B, Groves MJ,  Lessel B. Some properties of Bronopol, a new anti-microbial agent, active against Pseudomonas aeruginosa. J Pharm Pharmacol. 1964; 16(Suppl): 127-130.