chlorhexidine

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chlorhexidine

(klɔːˈhɛksɪdiːn)

(Pharmacology) an antiseptic compound used in skin cleansers, mouthwashes, etc

[C20: from chlor(o)- + hex(ane) + -i(de) + (am)ine]

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chlorhexidine - a long-lasting liquid antiseptic; used by surgeons to wash their hands before performing surgery

antiseptic - a substance that destroys micro-organisms that carry disease without harming body tissues

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chlorhexidine

n clorhexidina

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Using skin test concentrations recommended by the European Network for Drug Allergy (7), testing was performed with all drugs and substances used during surgery and prior to the reaction: tobramycin, propofol, remifentanil, sufentanil, chlorhexidine, ethylene oxide, methylcellulose, macrogol and latex.

Chlorhexidine Allergy: Mild Allergic Reactions Can Precede Anaphylaxis in the Healthcare Setting

Popular methods are povidone-iodine and Chlorhexidine, with gestational age affecting choice.

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BD awarded US FDA approval for the first fully sterile chlorhexidine gluconate antiseptic skin preparation

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BD awarded US FDA approval for the first fully sterile chlorhexidine gluconate antiseptic skin preparation

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BD awarded US FDA approval for the first fully sterile chlorhexidine gluconate antiseptic skin preparation

The aim of the study was to investigate, in-vitro antibacterial effect of tea leaves extract on Streptococcus mutans with that of 0.2% chlorhexidine mouthwash.

ANTICARIOGENIC POTENTIAL OF CAMELLIA SINENSIS ON STREPTOCOCCUS MUTANS--AN IN VITRO STUDY

Chlorhexidine (CHX) digluconate is a bisguanide known for its antimicrobial action against bacteria.

Influence of chlorhexidine and zinc oxide in calcium hydroxide pastes on pH changes in external root surface

To the Editor: Chlorhexidine (CHL) is a widely used broad-spectrum antiseptic and disinfectant.

Provocation Test-Confirmed Chlorhexidine-Induced Anaphylaxis in Dental Procedure

One area was cleaned with ethyl alcohol hand rub and the other area with chlorhexidine scrub, and then a second clean plate of agar was applied to each area.

Study Looks at Reducing Bacteria on Skin: Alcohol and chlorhexidine perform similarly

PrevahexCHX antimicrobial dressings incorporate groundbreaking, advanced technology utilizing pure chlorhexidine (CHX) to provide rapid and broad-spectrum protection at wound and catheter sites.

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Medical and dental history as well as assessment of haematological and coagulation disorders and absence of ecchymosis, epistaxis or gingival bleeding are helpful in distinguishing it from dental trauma and blood dyscrasias which include anaemia, thrombocytopenia, leukaemia and haemophilia.3,5 As it is a benign condition, management is usually directed at relieving the discomfort by prescribing NSAIDs and mouthwash containing chlorhexidine digluconate.