Chlorhexidine

Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic and disinfectant used to control bacterial, fungal, and some viral infections. Chlorhexidine is used in surgical scrubs, wound cleaning solutions, and dental rinses for animals. Its low toxicity and broad-spectrum efficacy make it a popular choice for infection control. Read more

Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic and disinfectant used to control bacterial, fungal, and some viral infections. Chlorhexidine is used in surgical scrubs, wound cleaning solutions, and dental rinses for animals. Its low toxicity and broad-spectrum efficacy make it a popular choice for infection control.

Essential insights

• Disruption of cell membranes: Chlorhexidine works by binding to the negatively charged cell walls of bacteria, leading to disruption of the cell membrane. This results in leakage of cell contents, causing bacterial cell death.
• Broad-spectrum activity: It is effective against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, as well as fungi, making it useful in treating a wide range of infections and for disinfecting surgical sites, wounds, and equipment.
• Residual activity: Chlorhexidine has a residual effect, meaning it continues to act on microbes even after application, providing extended protection against infections.