Chlorhexidine 20% 100 g

Chlorhexidine bigluconate 20% for disinfection and antiseptics

Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic agent, it is active against vegetative forms of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, as well as yeasts, dermatophytes and lipophilic viruses. It acts on bacterial spores only at elevated temperatures. Cleans and disinfects the skin without causing damage. It has fungistatic activity (in vitro) against fungi of the genus Candida, dermatophytes and trichophytes. How exactly to dilute and use the solution - read below.

Characteristics of the component and peculiarities of use

INCI: Chlorhexidine Bigluconate

Concentration of the main substance: 20%

Dosage (percentage of input): 0,25-5 %. Do not use undiluted on the skin!

Solubility: in water. For dilution of concentrated solutions use distilled water, alcohol, glycerin.

Storage: it is recommended to store in a dark cool place, protect from direct sunlight and overheating. 

Chlorhexidine solution for disinfection

In the Beurre store there is a concentrated 20% solution of Chlorhexidine, which is prohibited to use in undiluted form. For home use, you will need to make a less concentrated solution depending on the future scope of use.

Below we give the areas of use of different concentrations of Chlorhexidine:

• 0.05% - rinsing tableware;
• 0,05-0,1% - disinfection of fresh wounds and scratches, 1st and 2nd degree burns; mouthwash after tooth extraction, gum inflammation; throat rinse for tonsillitis;
• 0.1-0.2% - disinfection during minor manipulations (e.g., splinter removal); skin treatment after minor injuries - waxing, tattooing, piercing (including in the mouth);
• 0.5-1% - treatment of nurses' hands and instruments;
• 0,1-1% - wet cleaning of premises, elimination of biological contamination, cleaning of air conditioners and split-systems.

For preparation of ratswurts of different concentrations follow the following dosages

0.05% solution

• distilled water - 99.75%
• 20% chlorhexidine - 0.25%

0.2% solution

• distilled water - 99%
• 20% chlorhexidine - 1%

0.5% solution

• distilled water - 97.5%
• 20% chlorhexidine - 2.5%

1% solution

• distilled water - 95%
• 20% chlorhexidine - 5%

Pharmacodynamics

Antiseptic agent, depending on the concentration used, is manifested against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Bacteriostatic effect (both aqueous and alcoholic working solutions) is manifested at a concentration of 0.01% and less. Bactericidal - at a concentration of more than 0.01% and at a temperature of 22 C. Fugicidal - at a concentration of 0.05% and a temperature of 22 degrees C. and exposure for 10 minutes. Virulicidal (against lipophilic viruses) is manifested at a concentration of 0.01-1%. Effective against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria Treponema spp, Neusseria gonorrhoeae, Trichomonas spp, Chlamydia spp, Ureaplasma spp. Stable after skin treatment, remains on it in a certain amount, sufficient for the manifestation of bactericidal effect. Very rarely causes allergic reaction, skin and tissue irritation, does not have a damaging effect on objects made of glass, plastic and metals.

Forms of release Chlorhexidine

Often in the pharmacy we can easily buy a 0.05% solution of Chlorhexidine, which will not be able to provide the necessary antimicrobial properties in soap, antiseptic or for the purpose of disinfection of tools and workplace. Concentrations of 0.2%, 0.5% and 1% are more effective, but they are not so easy to find in free sale. Therefore, we offer a favorable price for 20% Chlorhexidine, with which you can easily prepare a solution of any concentration.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. Tendency to allergic reactions and allergic diseases, dermatitis, viral skin diseases. It is not recommended to apply to wounds with a large surface area.