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Chlorhexidine Gluconate is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chlorhexidine Gluconate is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Chlorhexidine Gluconate safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Chlorhexidine Gluconate for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Chlorhexidine Gluconate safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Chlorhexidine Gluconate in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Chlorhexidine Gluconate is unavailable.
What is the effect of Chlorhexidine Gluconate on the Kidneys?
Using Chlorhexidine Gluconate does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Chlorhexidine Gluconate on the Liver?
Chlorhexidine Gluconate is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Chlorhexidine Gluconate on the Heart?
Chlorhexidine Gluconate has very mild side effects on the heart.
Chlorhexidine Gluconate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chlorhexidine Gluconate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Chlorhexidine Gluconate habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Chlorhexidine Gluconate is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Chlorhexidine Gluconate since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Chlorhexidine Gluconate only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Chlorhexidine Gluconate cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Chlorhexidine Gluconate
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Chlorhexidine Gluconate, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chlorhexidine Gluconate
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Chlorhexidine Gluconate at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Chlorhexidine Gluconate may kill the viruses. It has shown activity against enveloped viruses.
Yes, Chlorhexidine Gluconate kill ringworm. Ringworm is a fungal infection, it has been reported that Chlorhexidine Gluconate is effective against the fungal infection. Chlorhexidine Gluconate kill by fungi by interfering its integrity of cell wall and cell membrane causing death.
Use Chlorhexidine Gluconate as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue this drug suddenly if it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Chlorhexidine Gluconate may be used in open wound for cleansing the wound.
Chlorhexidine Gluconate is a brand name for chlorhexidine gluconate and it is available in the form of mouthwash and topical solution. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antiseptic and disinfectant. It is used to treat gingivitis (gum disease).
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 900