To control and inactivate the H1N1 or swine flu virus, Modicare, a leading direct selling company has introduced Modicare SteriClean disinfectant cleaner. The powerful biodegradable disinfectant containing 12 per cent benzalkonium chloride, an effective fungicide, germicide and virucide is ideal for disinfecting and sanitizing households, hospitals, clinics, hotels, restaurants, schools and colleges.

Available in 250 ml and 1000 ml packs priced at Rs 64 and Rs 218 respectively, SteriClean provides disinfections against a wide spectrum of harmful bacteria, fungi and viruses. SteriClean can also be used to sanitize floors, walls, bed frames, chairs, tables, doors, doorknobs, telephone instruments and food contact surfaces. In addition, it can also be sprayed or used for mopping and wiping.

Recommending the product, K K Modi, chairman, Modicare Limited, said, "As per the infection control guidelines published by the Directorate of Health Services, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt of India, the use of disinfectants containing 5% benzalkonium chloride is recommended to control the growth of the swine flu virus. Our offering SteriClean Disinfectant Cleaner, is our contribution in the fight against the swine flu epidemic to create a virus free environment and good health for all. We would request everyone to be extra cautious and take necessary precautions to keep themselves and their families healthy and safe."