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Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic that fights bacteria. Chlorhexidine topical (for the skin) is used to clean the skin to prevent infection that may be caused by surgery, injection, or skin injury. Chlorhexidine topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Chlorhexidine is a cation which interacts with anionic components of toothpaste, such as sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium monofluorophosphate, and forms salts of low solubility and reduced antibacterial activity.
Chlorhexidine is used to treat gingivitis. It helps to reduce the inflammation (redness) and swelling of your gums and to reduce gum bleeding. Gingivitis is caused by the bacteria that grow in the coating (plaque) that forms on your teeth between tooth brushings.
Chlorhexidine belongs to a group of medicines called antiseptic antibacterial agents. It is used to clean the skin after an injury, before surgery, or before an injection. Chlorhexidine is also used to clean the hands before a procedure.
Find patient medical information for chlorhexidine gluconate mouth and throat on WebMD including its uses, side effects and safety, interactions, pictures, warnings and user ratings.
Chlorhexidine package insert / prescribing information for healthcare professionals. Includes: indications, dosage, adverse reactions and pharmacology.
Chlorhexidine gluconate is an over-the-counter (OTC) antiseptic used to clean and prepare skin for injections, surgeries, and other procedures. It is also available as a prescription oral rinse to ...
Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic used to sterilize for surgeries and in healthcare practice, to reduce pocket depth in periodontitis, and to treat gingivitis.
Along with its needed effects, chlorhexidine topical may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking chlorhexidine topical:
Chlorhexidine gluconate is a prescription germicidal mouthwash that decreases bacteria in your mouth. A 2017 study suggests chlorhexidine is the most effective antiseptic mouthwash to date....