Chlorhexidine (CHX)[2] (commonly known by the salt forms Chlorhexidine Gluconate) is a disinfectant and antiseptic agent. It is used for skin disinfection before surgery and to sterilize surgical instruments.[3] It may be used both to disinfect the skin of the patient and the hands of the healthcare providers.[4] It is also used for cleaning wounds, preventing dental plaque, treating yeast infections of the mouth, and to keep urinary catheters from blocking.[4] It is used as a liquid or powder.[
CAS No. | 55-56-1 |
Chemical Name: | Chlorhexidine |
Synonyms | chlorhexidine gluconate; chlorhexidine base |
CB Number: | CB4732251 |
Molecular Formula: | C22H30Cl2N10 |
Formula Weight: | 505.45 |
MOL File: | 55-56-1.mol |