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How to Take Chlorhexidine and it's Dose

Written by - Anushta Chandrapalan, M.Sc

Medically Checked by - S. Hemamalini, B. Pharm

Last Updated on May 08, 2023

It comes as liquid to rinse the affected area as directed by your physician.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

As 0.2% solution: Rinse with 10 ml for 1 min 2-3 times/day.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Chlorhexidine

This medication is a chemical antiseptic, prescribed for gingivitis, cleansing skin and wound areas.

Trade Names/Brand Names of Chlorhexidine

India :

Skeen Soap | Daxoin | Hexide Liq. | Nusept | Hexidine (80 ml) | KC -Cleen | Laver | Freshriv | Microshield (100ml) | Stel Scrub

International :

Peridex and PerioGard

Last Updated on May 08, 2023

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