Description
Chlorhexidine, also known as Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG), is a disinfectant and antiseptic that is used for skin disinfection before surgery and to sterilize surgical instruments. It may be used both to disinfect the skin of the patient and the hands of the healthcare providers. It is also used for cleaning wounds, preventing dental plaque, treating yeast infections of the mouth, and to keep urinary catheters from blocking. It is used as a liquid or powder.
Additional information
| CAS# | 56-95-1 |
|---|---|
| Formula | C22H30Cl2N10 |
