Chlorhexidine Gluconate

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Overview:

Chlorhexidine Gluconate
(when available)

Pharmacology and use:
Chlorhexidine, a topical antimicrobial agent, is used orally to treat mucositis, mouth infections, denture stomatitis, ulcerative stomatitis, acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG), gingivitis, periodontitis and topically as an antiseptic and disinfectant. For reduction of pocket depth in patients with adult periodontitis, used as an adjunct to scaling and root planing procedures; For prevention of dental caries, oropharyngeal decontamination in critically ill patients; hand hygiene in health-care personnel; general skin cleanser; and catheter site preparation and care.

Mechanism Of Action:
Chlorhexidine's antimicrobial effects are associated with the attractions between chlorhexidine (cation) and negatively charged bacterial cells. After chlorhexidine is absorpted onto the organism's cell wall, it disrupts the integrity of the cell membrane and causes the leakage of intracellular components of the organisms.

News Articles on Chlorhexidine

Perioperative Strategies for Decreasing Infection  -  ‎Jan 4, 2010‎
Chlorhexidine gluconate is the most commonly used antiseptic for preoperative bathing. The Cochrane review revealed evidence that the bacterial load of ... Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (subscription)

The Heat is On ... Protocols help the sizzle fizzle!  -  ‎Dec 31, 2009‎
Treatment provided at the visit consisted of chlorhexidine gluconate pre–rinse, needle–free local anesthetic (one carpule of Oraqix 2.5% lidocaine/2.5% ... RDH

New Clinical Study Proves Skinvisible's DermSafe Kills the H1N1 Swine Flu Virus  -  ‎Nov 12, 2009‎
The active ingredient in DermSafe is chlorhexidine gluconate 4%, which has been safely used in hospital surgery rooms worldwide for over fifty years as a ... CNNMoney.com (press release)

Dental products put to the test  -  ‎Oct 23, 2009‎
These products including GUM Summit+ Toothbrush, GUM Soft-Picks, and GUM Alcohol Free Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse. The products were chosen from a ... Dentistry IQ

Rate of Skin Infections in High School and College Athletes Continues to  -  ‎Oct 30, 2009‎
H1N1 or seasonal flu, it is often recommended that athletes wash with cleansers that contain 4 percent chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG). ... PR Newswire (press release)

Ultrasound Guidance Versus Electrical Stimulation for Femoral Perineural ...  -  ‎Oct 23, 2009‎
Landmarks were drawn for all patients; the area was cleansed with chlorhexidine gluconate and isopropyl alcohol (ChloraPrep One-Step; Medi-Flex Hospital ... Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine (subscription)

3M launches Tegaderm CHG Antimicrobial IV Securement Dressing at Patient ...  -  ‎Oct 29, 2009‎
The dressing integrates the powerful antimicrobial action of Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) with the high performance of a Tegaderm dressing, ... AME Info

Manipal Cure and Care launches 'Hand Sanitiser'  -  ‎Oct 22, 2009‎
Thus taking overall merits and cost factors in to consideration, a combination of Iso Propyl Alcohol, 1-propanol and Chlorhexidine Gluconate to ensure rapid ... Online PR News (press release)

VA Hospitals Do Well in Preventing Catheter Infections  -  Jun 1, 2007
Chlorhexidine gluconate (2 percent) on the skin as an antiseptic before insertion, rather than povidone iodine or alcohol.Replacing catheters as needed, ... Washington Post

Thrush - Home Treatment  -  Mar 10, 2008
Soak them overnight in chlorhexidine gluconate, which you can get from a pharmacist. ... If you used chlorhexidine gluconate to soak your dentures, ... WebMD

Chlorhexidine Gluconate Cloths May Help Reduce Primary BSI  -  Oct 25, 2007
October 25, 2007 — Daily cleansing of patients in medical intensive care units (MICUs) with chlorhexidine gluconate–impregnated cloths was simple and ... Medscape

Sage Recalls 2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate Cloth Patient Preoperative …  -  Jul 1, 2008
As a precautionary measure, Sage Products announced a voluntary recall of limited lots of 2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) Cloth Patient Preoperative Skin ... emaxhealth.com

Chlorhexidine Gluconate to Cleanse Patients in a Medical Intensive...  -  Feb 13, 2006
Michael O. Vernon, DrPH; Mary K. Hayden, MD; William E. Trick, MD; Robert A. Hayes, BSc; Donald W. Blom, RN; Robert A. Weinstein, MD; for the Chicago ... Archives of Internal Medicine

Medi-Flex Taps Global Pharmaceutical Executive to Help Expand Fight …  -  Sep 1, 2005
From peripheral IV insertion to major surgery, Medi-Flex is the only company that provides a full line of chlorhexidine gluconate antiseptic skin preps that ... $4.95 - PR Newswire - ECNext

Chlorhexidine Gluconate Myths Busted  -  Jun 30, 2008
By Milt Hinsch. How can a 2 percent CHG antiseptic be more irritating than a 4 percent CHG? The answer is that CHG is usually not the primary source of skin ... Infection Control Today

Chlorhexidine Gluconate for Prevention of Nosocomial Infection in …  -  Mar 14, 2007
To the Editor: Dr Segers and colleagues 1 presented a randomized controlled trial that studied the prevention of nosocomial infections in patients ... Journal of American Medical Association - Journal of American Medical Association...

… after cardiac surgery.(chlorhexidine gluconate decontamination of...  -  Dec 1, 2006
Cardiac surgery patients who undergo chlorhexidine gluconate decontamination of the nasopharynx and oropharynx have lower rates of post-surgery nosocomial ... Free with registration - Medical Economics - AccessMyLibrary.com

… Will Save with Premier Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) Skin Preps …  -  Aug 1, 2008
Thee 36-month contracts, effective August 1, 2008, are available to all acute care and continuum of care members of the Premier healthcare alliance. ... Ad-Hoc-News - Ad-Hoc-News (Pressemitteilung)

Chlorhexidine Cuts Nosocomial Infection  -  Nov 21, 2006
His team decided to investigate the use of chlorhexidine gluconate in a ... A 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate solution or placebo was used as an oral rinse ... Medscape

Applying Chlorhexidine Gluconate Prior to Surgery May Prevent...  -  Feb 1, 2007
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), surgical site infections (SSIs) are the leading hospital-acquired infection (38 percent) ... Genetic Engineering News - Genetic Engineering News (press release)

Chlorhexidine Gluconate Myths Busted  -  Jun 30, 2008
By Milt Hinsch. Where do medical myths come from? More than a half century ago, a myth circulated that polio might be caused by summer air. ... Infection Control Today

Chlorhexidine Gluconate for Prevention of Nosocomial Infection in …  -  Mar 14, 2007
In Reply: Dr Scheckler described the rate of deep surgical site infection (SSI) in our study as high, comparing it with an incidence of poststernotomy ... Journal of American Medical Association - Journal of American Medical Association...

Antimicrobial agent  -  Dec 23, 2006
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Medicated Mouthwash from Blackwell Supplies is the generic ... Chlorhexidine gluconate is a well-proven antimicrobial agent which ... Nature.com

Efficacy of preoperative antimicrobial skin preparation solutions on...  -  Mar 1, 2005
...chlorhexidine gluconate punctures the cytoplasmic membrane so that low ... (26) With repeated use, both chlorhexidine gluconate and zinc pyrithione ... Free with registration - AORN Journal - AccessMyLibrary.com

Vaginal prep solutions.(Letter to the Editor)  -  Nov 1, 2005
The question asked whether chlorhexidine gluconate should be used for ... This procedure should be followed whenever chlorhexidine gluconate is used ... Free with registration - AORN Journal - AccessMyLibrary.com

Infection Control Today: Case Study Chlorhexidine: The “Preferredâ€?...  -  Feb 1, 2005
2003:37764) found that the use of chlorhexidine gluconate for vascular ... Biopatch is a foam disc impregnated with chlorhexidine gluconate and slit so that ... Infection Control Today

Resurgent Health and Medical's Handwashing Systems Removed 99.994 …  -  Aug 21, 2008
Using Meritech's proprietary Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) sanitizing solution, the single cycle removes over 99.9% of pathogens and continues to kill germs ... RedOrbit

Efficacy of preoperative antimicrobial skin preparation solutions on...  -  Mar 1, 2005
...chlorhexidine gluconate punctures the cytoplasmic membrane so that low ... (26) With repeated use, both chlorhexidine gluconate and zinc pyrithione ... $4.95 - AORN Journal - ECNext

Chlorhexidine Superior to Iodine-based Solutions to Prevent Catheter ...  -  Dec 1, 2007
Skin antiseptics, including 2% aqueous chlorhexidine gluconate, 10% povidone-iodine, and 70% alcohol, are important measures that reduce the incidence of ... MediNEWS.Direct!

Vaginal prep solutions.(Letter to the Editor)  -  Nov 1, 2005
The question asked whether chlorhexidine gluconate should be used for preoperative skin preparation in the vaginal area. The answer correctly pointed out ... $4.95 - AORN Journal - ECNext

Article: Analyzing BMT patient's oral rinse can predict effectiveness...  -  Jun 30, 2005
PERIDEX 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse is a prescription mouth rinse ... Article: ALPHARMA ANNOUNCES FDA APPR OVAL OF CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE ... ... Pay-Per-View - Transplant News - HighBeam Research

Article: Pearly whites.(STREET level: new products, promotions and …  -  Jan 1, 2008
PERIDEX 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse is a prescription mouth rinse ... Article: ALPHARMA ANNOUNCES FDA APPR OVAL OF CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE ... ... Pay-Per-View - Global Cosmetic Industry - HighBeam Research

VA tops private hospitals in infection-control study  -  Jun 3, 2007
Chlorhexidine gluconate is part of the VA's blanket purchase agreement, so that might facilitate its use." Communication within the VA could also help make ... News-Medical.net

Article: Preoperative skin prep available.(PRODUCTS) - OB GYN News | ...  -  Jan 1, 2006
PRODUCTS) ... find OB GYN News articles. The ChloraPrep 26-mL preoperative skin prep with Scrub Teal tint contains 2% chlorhexidine gluconate, the per... Pay-Per-View - OB GYN News - HighBeam Research

Article: Preoperative skin prep.(AAOS SHOW PREVIEW) - Surgical …  -  Feb 1, 2006
The ChloraPrep 26-mL preoperative skin prep with Scrub Teal tint contains the amount of chlorhexidine gluconate preferred by the Centers for Disease Control ... Pay-Per-View - Surgical Products - HighBeam Research

Posh Brits and Dental Hygiene  -  Oct 26, 2007
Corsodyl is a chlorhexidine gluconate-based gel available in Europe. Lisa performs piezo ultrasonic instrumentation and she frequently recommends ... RDH

Oral Care Protocol Combined with Ventilator Bundle Reduces VAP Rates  -  Jun 30, 2008
Chlorhexidine gluconate 0. 12 percent oral rinse reduces the incidence of total ... 12 percent chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse in reducing prevalence of ... Infection Control Today

Article: Infection prevention products. - Surgical Products |...  -  Apr 1, 2005
Scrub Care[R] brand Exidine[R] 2% chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) has the ... Scrub Care' brand Exidine 2% chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) from Cardinal Health ... Pay-Per-View - Surgical Products - HighBeam Research

Article: Preoperative skin prep available.(Products) - Skin & Allergy...  -  Feb 1, 2006
Products) ... find Skin & Allergy News articles. ChloraPrep 26-mL preoperative skin prep with Scrub Teal tint contains the amount of chlorhexidine gluconate ... Pay-Per-View - Skin & Allergy News - HighBeam Research

VA Tops Private Hospitals In Infection-Control Study  -  Jun 7, 2007
Chlorhexidine gluconate is part of the VA's blanket purchase agreement, so that might facilitate its use." Communication within the VA could also help make ... Medical News Today - Medical News Today (press release)

ChloraPrep(R) Extends Product Line with New Hi-Lite Orange(TM) Tint.  -  Nov 1, 2006
ChloraPrep is a 2 percent chlorhexidine gluconate and 70 percent isopropyl alcohol skin preparation available in multiple applicator sizes for use in a ... $4.95 - PR Newswire - ECNext

MRSA Solution  -  Jun 25, 2007
Its active ingredient, chlorhexidine gluconate 4%, has been proven to be up to 99.99% effective against a wide range of bacteria, common skin fungi and ... responsesource.com

Fighting infection before the first incision.(Technology Solutions:...  -  Aug 1, 2006
Their current flagship product, launched in November of 2000, is ChloraPrep[R], a two percent chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70 percent isopropyl alcohol ... Pay-Per-View - Surgical Products - HighBeam Research

Major Advancement in Surgical Skin Preparation Now Available  -  Oct 18, 2005
From peripheral IV insertion to major surgery, Medi-Flex is the only company that provides a full line of chlorhexidine gluconate antiseptic skin preps that ... RedOrbit

Ecolab Inc introduces presurgical wipes kit  -  Aug 23, 2008
Ecolab Inc introduced its Preoperative Antiseptic Bathing Kit with chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG), a new product developed for hospitals to reduce the risk ... Fibre2fashion.com - Fibre2fashion.com

Pressure ulcer risk factors; infections in foot and ankle surgery;...  -  Mar 1, 2006
The results also indicated that 2% chlorhexidine gluconate and 70% isopropyl alcohol was the most effective solution for eliminating bacteria from the ... $4.95 - AORN Journal - ECNext

Ecolab Introduces Preoperative Antiseptic Bathing Kit to Reduce...  -  Aug 19, 2008
Ecolab Inc. today introduced its Preoperative Antiseptic Bathing Kit with chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG), a product developed for hospitals to reduce the ... Infection Control Today

Article: Preoperative skin prep cloth.(EDITOR'S CHOICE) - Surgical …  -  Mar 1, 2007
Sage Products has introduced an FDA-approved, alcohol-free chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) formula in an applic... Pay-Per-View - Surgical Products - HighBeam Research

FDA Approves New Drug Application for 3M DuraPrep Surgical Solution  -  Oct 5, 2006
All three studies showed DuraPrep surgical solution was either generally equivalent or superior to Hibiclens cleanser, a chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) ... Infection Control Today

Infection prevention supplies donated to direct relief  -  Jun 10, 2008
Chlorascrub is the only FDA approved Chlorhexidine Gluconate product available for use prior to surgery and injection, consisting of 3.15% Chlorhexidine ... RDH

Press Release: Major Advancement In Surgical Skin Preparation Now …  -  Oct 17, 2005
ChloraPrep(R) 26 mL - the Only 2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate and 70% Isopropyl Alcohol Surgical Prep That is FDA Approved and Meets CDC Guidelines ... Pay-Per-View - PR Newswire - HighBeam Research

Bad Day For Bugs In Britain As DH Launches New HCAI Offensive  -  Feb 5, 2007
The practice of employing a single patient use 2% chlorhexidine gluconate/70% isopropyl alcohol skin preparation system, replacing the common practice of ... Medical News Today - Medical News Today (press release)

Swishful thinking: can preprocedural mouthrinsing help prevent cross-...  -  Sep 1, 2006
Several studies have investigated chlorhexidine gluconate as a possible ... Another study looked at the effect of chlorhexidine gluconate on the level of ... Free with registration - Dental Products Report - AccessMyLibrary.com

Press Release: Major Advancement in Surgical Skin Preparation Now …  -  Oct 18, 2005
ChloraPrep(R) 26 mL - the only 2% chlorhexidine gluconate and 70% isopropyl alcohol surgical prep that is FDA approved and meets CDC guidelines ... Pay-Per-View - PR Newswire - HighBeam Research

MRSA: From the hospital to your office  -  Jun 6, 2006
Chlorhexidine gluconate is commonly used; hand disinfectants containing both ... In a study comparing chlorhexidine gluconate, povidone-iodine, ethanol, ... Cortlandt Forum

Smile Wipes: Wilton business looks to keep hands clean  -  Aug 15, 2007
...“Chlorhexidine gluconate is the only FDA approved anti-microbial,� he said. “It's used in mouthwash, it's used in pre-surgical scrubs,� and now it's used in ... acorn-online.com

3M acquires Les Entreprises Solumed  -  Apr 1, 2008
The products use chlorhexidine gluconate, or CHG, and alcohol to reduce bacteria. 'The addition of Solumed positions 3M (nyse: MMM - news - people ) for ... Forbes

Controlled ablation; isosulfan blue versus methylene blue dye; prep …  -  Jun 1, 2005
Patients in group II (n = 23) received surgical site prep with 4% chlorhexidine gluconate. All the patients received standard antibiotic prophylaxis within ... $4.95 - AORN Journal - ECNext

Company acquires rights to oral rinse  -  Jun 5, 2007
PERIDEX 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse is a prescription mouth rinse that reduces the redness, swelling and bleeding of gums caused by gingivitis. ... Woman Dentist Journal

Product Report  -  Apr 26, 2006
Sunstar Butler introduces its GUM brand chlorhexidine gluconate mouth rinse - the ... All other chlorhexidine gluconate rinses sold in the US contain 11.6% ... RDH

Preoperative Antiseptic Bathing Kit.(NEW PRODUCTS) | Article from …  -  Nov 1, 2008
This Preoperative Antiseptic Bathing Kit with chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) helps hospitals to reduce the risk of surgical site infections. ... Pay-Per-View - Surgical Products - HighBeam Research

Antiseptic-impregnated Cloths May Be More Effective Than Antiseptic …  -  Oct 11, 2007
NEW ORLEANS, LA -- October 11, 2007 -- Cloths impregnated with chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG), a common antiseptic agent, appear more likely to produce ... DG News

HAND HYGIENE Best Practices for 2006  -  Feb 1, 2006
Guideline for Hand Hygiene in Healthcare Settings are alcohols, chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG), iodophors, parachlorometaxylenol (PCMX), and Triclosan. ... Infection Control Today

3M Acquires Rights To PERIDEX Oral Rinse From Zila Inc.  -  Jun 6, 2007
PERIDEX 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse is a prescription mouth rinse that reduces the redness, swelling and bleeding of gums caused by gingivitis. ... E-Dental.com

Product News: HiBi's home from hospital.  -  May 17, 2008
Containing chlorhexidine gluconate (4 per cent w/v), the product is ... Designed for on-the-go use, HiBi gel hand rub+ (chlorhexidine gluconate and ... $9.94 - Chemist & Druggist - Alacra Store

Press Release: School Officials, Healthcare Professionals Rely on …  -  Nov 2, 2007
PR Newswire; June 28, 2007 ; 700+ words ... ... active ingredient chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) are playing a key role in prevention ... antimicrobial, ... Pay-Per-View - PR Newswire - HighBeam Research

Preoperative skin prep available. | Article from Internal Medicine...  -  Feb 1, 2006
The ChloraPrep 26-mL preoperative skin prep with Scrub Teal tint contains the amount of chlorhexidine gluconate preferred by the Centers for Disease Control ... Pay-Per-View - Internal Medicine News - HighBeam Research

Patient skin prep. | Article from Surgical Products | HighBeam...  -  Dec 1, 2006
ChloraPrep, including the new tinted product, is a two percent chlorhexidine gluconate and 70 percent isopropyl alcohol one-step skin prep. ... Pay-Per-View - Surgical Products - HighBeam Research

Article: Perrigo says settlement will allow OTC omeprazole.(OT...  -  Nov 19, 2007
PR Newswire; May 12, 2003 ; 669 words ... ... chlorhexidine gluconate, (PerioChip(R) by Dexcel Pharma, Inc.), on the amount of bone gain ... com/ or contact ... Pay-Per-View - Chain Drug Review - HighBeam Research

United States Code of Federal Regulations - 21 CFR § 216.24 Drug …  -  Jul 11, 2006
Chlorhexidine gluconate: All tinctures of chlorhexidine gluconate formulated for use as a patient preoperative skin preparation. ... Pay-Per-View - United States Code of Federal Regulation... - Loislaw

Smile Wipes Business looks to keep hands clean  -  Aug 9, 2007
..."Chlorhexidine gluconate is the only FDA approved anti-microbial," he said. "It's used in mouthwash, it's used in presurgical scrubs," and now it's used in ... $2.95 - Wilton Bulletin - NewsBank

Common oral lesions: Part I. Superficial mucosal lesions.(treating...  -  Feb 15, 2007
...(36,37) Chlorhexidine gluconate (Peridex) mouthwash decreases the severity of an episode but does not reduce the incidence of ulcers. ... $4.95 - American Family Physician - ECNext

Medi-Flex, Inc.(2006 Budget Planning Reference Guide)(Advertisement)  -  Dec 1, 2005
From peripheral IV insertion to major surgery, MediFlex is the only company that provides a full line of chlorhexidine gluconate antiseptic skin preps that ... Free with registration - Surgical Products - AccessMyLibrary.com

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Mouth Sores - Symptoms, Causes, Tests - NY Times Health Information  -  Apr 29, 2008
For more severe cases, treatments include fluocinonide gel (Lidex) or chlorhexidine gluconate (Periden) mouthwash. Nonprescription preparations ... New York Times

Methotrexate and oral ulceration  -  Jan 22, 2005
She was advised not to take any more methotrexate in the meantime and prescribed chlorhexidine gluconate (Corsodyl®) and benzydamine hydrochloride ... Nature.com

Local company news  -  Aug 19, 2008
Ecolab Inc., St. Paul, introduced its Preoperative Antiseptic Bathing Kit with chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG), a new product developed for hospitals to ... Minneapolis Star-Tribune - Minneapolis Star Tribune

Infection Control Practices Reduce Nosocomial Infections and Mortality...  -  Feb 17, 2005
Caregivers and staff were instructed to wash hands at the sink with soap and water, followed by hexisol (2.5% v/v chlorhexidine gluconate solution in 70% ... Nature.com

Scents of summer  -  Jun 9, 2007
Your dentist may also suggest a mouthwash; a product that contains chlorhexidine gluconate works well. Check if it contains alcohol, as this dries the mouth ... Sunday Herald

Get tough on infection control  -  Mar 24, 2007
For high level cleaning and disinfection of hands, Surgi Scrub contains 4% chlorhexidine gluconate. It leaves skin surgically clean, soft and supple without ... Nature.com

High quality solutions to supply needs  -  Sep 13, 2008
Chlorhexidine gluconate is a germicidal mouthwash which reduces oral bacteria and fights gum disease and plaque. It is now available in aniseed and ... Nature.com

Tooth Decay - Medications  -  Jul 30, 2007
Your dentist may prescribe chlorhexidine gluconate (Peridex, Periogard), a prescription mouthwash, to reduce the bacteria that cause tooth decay. ... WebMD

Ecolab wants patients to be clean all over  -  Aug 21, 2008
The kits, which contain a 4-ounce bottle of chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) skin disinfectant, two wrapped washcloths and cleaning instructions, are expected ... Minneapolis Star-Tribune - Minneapolis Star Tribune

Can an evidence-based intervention reduce the rate of bloodstream …  -  Feb 1, 2007
This procedure involved hand washing, cleaning the patient's skin with chlorhexidine gluconate, using barrier precautions when inserting the catheter, ... Nature.com

Infection Control: Get tough with Tower Dental  -  Mar 25, 2006
...and Surgi Scrub, a 4% chlorhexidine gluconate hand scrub for high level cleaning and disinfection that also leaves skin soft and supple. ... Nature.com

What can I do about MRSA infections?  -  Jan 1, 2008
Randomized controlled trial of chlorhexidine gluconate for washing, intranasal mupirocin, and rifampin and doxycycline versus no treatment for the ... Journal of the American Academy of...

Article: 3M buys into a healthy mouth; The company's acquisition of...  -  Jun 11, 2007
Peridex mouthwash is made with chlorhexidine gluconate, a salt-based antiseptic that binds to teeth and releases slowly into the patient's saliva. ... Pay-Per-View - Star Tribune - HighBeam Research

Ecolab wants patients to be clean all over; The body disinfectant kit...  -  Aug 22, 2008
The kits, which contain a 4-ounce bottle of chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) skin disinfectant, two wrapped washcloths and cleaning instructions, are expected ... Pay-Per-View - Star Tribune - HighBeam Research

A retrospective investigation of the clinical management of patients ...  -  Dec 5, 2008
Other prescriptions issued were for analgesics such as dihydrocodeine, ibuprofen and paracetamol; mouthwashes, namely chlorhexidine gluconate (Corsodylâ„¢); ... Nature.com

A novel use of a unilateral hinged partial denture  -  Nov 11, 2006
Addy M, Bates J F. The effect of partial dentures and chlorhexidine gluconate gel on plaque accumulation in the absence of oral hygiene. ... Nature.com

Soap and Water May not be Enough to Fight MRSA Superbug.  -  Nov 8, 2007
In these situations, an antimicrobial soap containing chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) kills MRSA and other staph infections and provides a protective barrier ... $4.95 - PR Newswire - ECNext

RECALLS  -  Jul 5, 2008
2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) cloth patient preoperative skin preparation product. Company: Sage Products. Quantity: Undisclosed. ... Pay-Per-View - St. Petersburg Times - ProQuest Archiver

Ecolab wants patients to be clean all over The body disinfectant kit...  -  Aug 22, 2008
The kits, which contain a 4-ounce bottle of chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) skin disinfectant, two wrapped washcloths and cleaning instructions, are expected ... $2.75 - Minneapolis Star-Tribune - NewsBank

The company's acquisition of rights to Peridex prescription mouthwash...  -  Jun 11, 2007
Peridex mouthwash is made with chlorhexidine gluconate, a salt-based antiseptic that binds to teeth and releases slowly into the patient's saliva. ... $2.75 - Minneapolis Star-Tribune - NewsBank

Fresno Bee, The : LETTERS TO THE EDITOR  -  Dec 6, 2008
I prepared for my first surgery with chlorhexidine gluconate showers for three consecutive days in hopes of preventing infection complications. ... $2.95 - Fresno Bee - NewsBank

Chlorhexidine-Based Solutions Prevent Catheter-Related Infection  -  Oct 25, 2007
...with 5% povidone-iodine in 70% ethanol or with a combination of 0.25% chlorhexidine gluconate, 0.025% benzalkonium chloride, and 4% benzylic alcohol. ... Medscape

Peripheral insertion of double-lumen central venous catheter using...  -  Jan 17, 2008
A randomized trial comparing povidone-iodine to a chlorhexidine gluconate impregnated dressing for prevention of central venous catheter infections in ... Nature.com

Review: the use of sodium hypochlorite in endodontics — potential …  -  May 12, 2007
33 They also found that chlorhexidine gluconate 0.12% has the equivalent antimicrobial effect to 5.25% sodium hypochlorite. ... Nature.com

Red Cross uses new cleansers for iodine allergies  -  Aug 1, 2006
Active ingredients are chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) (2% w/v) and isopropyl alcohol (IPA) (70% v/v) in place of iodine. While iodine allergies are rare, ... Tri City Voice

LWLL is on the Move! May 2, 2007.  -  May 2, 2007
The Putai Series uses Chlorhexidine Gluconate as the main active ingredient, which is recommended by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and ... Free with registration - M2 Presswire - AccessMyLibrary.com

Effectiveness of Chlorhexidine Bathing to Reduce Catheter-Associated ...  -  Oct 22, 2007
Objective To determine whether patients bathed daily with chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) have a lower incidence of primary bloodstream infections (BSIs) ... Archives of Internal Medicine

Molnlycke Advocates Use of Antimicrobial Soaps With CHG to Help Fight...  -  Jun 28, 2007
...however, antimicrobial skin cleansers containing the active ingredient chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) are playing a key role in prevention. ... Free with registration - PR Newswire - AccessMyLibrary.com

LWLL Launches a Series of New Hand Disinfectants Specifically …  -  Nov 10, 2005
The new product named Jifro 4% Chlorhexidine gluconate ("Jifro") is a surgical hand scrub designed for surgical applications. ... Free with registration - M2 Presswire - AccessMyLibrary.com

New Review of Studies Indicates Usual Practices in Surgical Site …  -  May 10, 2006
The antiseptic used in all of the trials was 4 percent chlorhexidine gluconate. The authors found no difference in postoperative surgical site infection ... EndoNurse

Hibiclens(R) Survey Shows Initial Treatment for MRSA Varies Widely in...  -  Feb 24, 2006
Regent Medical's antimicrobial, antiseptic product, HIBICLENS(R), contains an active ingredient - chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) - that kills germs on ... Free with registration - PR Newswire - AccessMyLibrary.com

Ecolab Introduces Endure(R) Revitalizing Skin Lotion and Creme for...  -  Feb 15, 2007
Additionally, their unique formulation does not compromise the efficacy of chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) or gloves (latex or non-latex). ... Free with registration - Business Wire - AccessMyLibrary.com

Patients receiving intravenous bisphosphonates should avoid invasive ...  -  Jun 21, 2005
...and recommending an antiseptic oral rinse that contains chlorhexidine gluconate. Unfortunately, some affected patients ultimately require the resection ... Free with registration - CMAJ: Canadian Medical Association... - AccessMyLibrary.com

Market Pulse Breaking News Alert for Wednesday, May 2, 2007: LWLL - …  -  May 2, 2007
The Putai Series uses Chlorhexidine Gluconate as the main active ingredient which is recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and ... Web Services Journal - Web Services Journal

Brand Names/Synonyms:
Chlorhexidine Gluconate is also known by the following brand names and/or synonymsBioscrub; Brian Care; C6143; CHEMBANK1360; CHLORHEXIDINE BAS; Chlorhexidin; Chlorhexidin [Czech]; Chlorhexidine; Chlorhexidine Base; Chlorhexidine Gluconate; Chlorhexidine, Free Base; Chlorhexidinum [Inn-Latin]; Cida-Stat; Cloresidina [Dcit]; Clorhexidina [Inn-Spanish]; Decanoylacetaldehyde Sodium Sulfide; Dyna-Hex; E-Z Scrub; Exidine; Fimeil; HSDB 7196; Hexadol; Hibiclens; Hibidil; Hibiscrub; Hibisol; Hibispray; Hibistat; Hibitane; Microderm; Nolvasan; Oro-Clense; Peridex; Periochip; Periogard; Pharmaseal Scrub Care; Prevacare R; Rotersept; Savloclens; Savlon Babycare; Sodium Houttuyfonamide; Soretol; Steri-Stat; Sterido; Sterilon; Superspray; Tubulicid

Drug Category:
Chlorhexidine Gluconate is categorized under the following by the FDA: Anti-bacterial Agents; Anti-Infectives; ATC:A01AB03; ATC:B05CA02; ATC:D08AC02; ATC:D09AA12; ATC:R02AA05; ATC:S01AX09; ATC:S02AA09; ATC:S03AA04

Dosage Forms:
Oral rince; Pellet, extended- release; PerioChip (in a biodegradable matrix of hydrolyzed gelatin [cross-linked with glutaraldehyde]) (glycerin) (purified water); CREAM; DRESSING; GEL; LOTION; OINTMEN; SPONGE

Absorption:
absorption of chlorhexidine from the gastrointestinal tract is very poor

Interactions:
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Chemical IUPAC Name:
1-[amino-[6-[amino-[amino-(4-chlorophenyl)amino-methylidene]amino-methylidene]aminohexylimino]methyl]imino-N-(4-chlorophenyl)-methanediamine





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