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ANTISEPTIC SKIN CLEANSER

Generic: Chlorhexidine Gluconate 4%

Verified·Apr 23, 2026
NDC
0116-0407
RxCUI
211365
Route
TOPICAL
ICD-10 indication
Z29.8

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About ANTISEPTIC SKIN CLEANSER

What is this medication? Antiseptic skin cleanser is a topical solution used to reduce the number of microorganisms on the skin surface. It is commonly utilized in healthcare settings as a surgical hand scrub for medical professionals or as a preoperative skin preparation for patients to lower the risk of infection during surgery. This medication helps prevent the spread of bacteria, fungi, and viruses by thoroughly cleaning the skin before invasive procedures or in situations where high levels of hygiene are required. Beyond clinical environments, these cleansers are also used for general skin wound cleansing to help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. Most formulations work by disrupting the cell membranes of germs, effectively killing them or inhibiting their growth. It is important to use this product only as directed, avoiding contact with the eyes, ears, and internal areas of the body, and users should discontinue use if a rash or irritation develops.

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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for ANTISEPTIC SKIN CLEANSER. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Apr 30, 2025

Indications and usage
Uses healthcare personnel handwash: helps reduce bacteria that potentially can cause disease skin wound and general skin cleansing
Dosage and administration
Directions use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns. Healthcare personnel handwash: wet hands with water dispense about 5 mL of product into cupped hands and wash in a vigorous manner for about 15 seconds rinse and dry thoroughly Skin wound and general skin cleansing: throughly rinse the area to be cleaned with water apply the minimum amount of product necessary to cover the skin or wound area and wash gently rinse again thoroughly
Warnings
Warnings For external use only Allergy alert: This product may cause a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms may include: wheezing/difficulty breathing shock facial swelling hives rash If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Do not use if you or the patient is allergic to chlorhexidine gluconate or any other ingredient in this product in contact with meninges in the genital area When using this product keep out of eyes, ears, and mouth. May cause serious and permanent eye injury if permitted to enter and remain in the eye or may cause deafness when instilled in the middle ear through perforated eardrums. if solution should contact these areas, rinse out promptly and thoroughly with water wounds which involve more than the superficial layers of the skin should not be routinely treated repeated general skin cleansing of large body areas should not be done except when advised by a health care provider. Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation, sensitization or allergic reaction occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Label text is reproduced as-is from the FDA-approved label. We do not paraphrase, summarize, or omit. Content above is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your prescribing clinician or pharmacist before making decisions about your medication.

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