| Category of Drug | Chlorhexidine is an Antiseptics drug |
| Mechanism of Action | |
| Indications | Chlorhexidine is an Antiseptics drug which is used for 1. Antiseptic 2. Disinfection of clean instruments 3. Gingivitis |
| Well Known Pharmaceutical Brands | |
| Available dosage forms | 1. SOLUTION 2. MOUTH 3. WASH |
| Dose | |
| Contraindications | 1. Meningitis 2. Middle ear surgery 3. Sensitive tissues |
| Precautions | 1. Aqueous solutions-susceptible to microbial contamination-use sterilized preparation or freshly prepared solution and avoid contamination during storage or dilution 2. Irritant-avoid contact with the middle ear; eyes; brain and meninges 3. Not for use in body cavies 4. Alcoholic solutions not suitable before diathermy 5. Syringes and needles treated with chlorhexidine |
| Adverse Effects | 1. Occasional skin sensitivity and irritation 2. Upper respiratory tract infection |
| Pregnancy Category | B |
