According to the CDC, an estimated 80 percent of infections are transmitted by our hands. Hand hygiene is often the single most important practice to reduce the transmission of infections.1 3M™ Avagard™ hand antiseptics make hand hygiene a snap with three fast-acting choices for you to choose from. Learn more about our most popular hand antiseptics.
1. Am J Infect Control 2010 Jun, 38 (5 Suppl 1): S25-33. doi 10.1016/j.ajic. 2010.04.196.
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Question: Does 3M™ Avagard™ Instant Hand Antiseptic expire?
Answer: Yes, each package is printed with an expiration date.
Question: Does 3M™ Avagard™ Instant Hand Antiseptic contain triclosan or triclocarbon?
Answer: All US 3M™ Avagard™ hand hygiene products are not formulated with triclosan or triclocarbon.
Question: How much product is dispensed per pump?
Answer: Approximately 1 mL, but the exact amount varies with each product. See the product profile sheet for more information.
3M™ Avagard™ Hand Hygiene Documents
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