Chlorhexidine Gluconate

Image:Chlorhexidine.png Chlorhexidine Gluconate is an antisepticused as an active ingredient in mouthwashdesigned to kill dental plaqueand other oral bacteria. In some countries it is available by prescriptiononly. It is sometimes marketed under the brand names Peridex, Periochip, Periogard Oral Rinse or in the UKCorsodyl or Chlorohex. Chlorhexidine Gluconate-based products are usually utilized to combat or prevent gum diseasessuch as gingivitis.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate is also used in non-dental applications, most notably under the brand name Hibiclens, to combat microbes. It is used for general skincleansing, a surgical scrub and a pre-operative skin preparation. Due to other chemicals listed as inactive ingredients, Hibiclens is not suitable for use as mouthwash.

Known to be deactivated by fluoride, Chlorhexidine Gluconate mouth rinses should be taken at least 30 minutes after using fluoridated oral products (e.g, toothpaste and mouthwash). For best effectiveness, food, drink, and mouth rinses should be avoided for at least one hour after use. However, mouthwashes formulations containing both chlorhexidine digluconate and fluoride have been found to be effective.

External links

• Drugs.com chlorhexidine gluconate Drug Information
• Regent Medical's page on Hibiclensde:Chlorhexidin

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