Chlorhexidine digluconate: quick answers
- Used for
- For daily hand sanitizing & ceaning, nourishes skin, no rinsing long-lasting fragrance.
- Prescription
- Sold without prescription in the United States; rules differ by country.
From the official label (Sep 2025). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.
How to use Chlorhexidine digluconate
Ce que dit la notice officielle. Si un médecin vous l'a prescrit, suivez l'ordonnance. La notice de votre boîte prime si elle est différente.
Pour qui
For daily hand sanitizing & ceaning, nourishes skin, no rinsing long-lasting fragrance.
Comment le prendre et à quelle fréquence
- 1.Dispense 3-5 sprays per hand (or as required) into the palm of your hand,ensuring complete coverage of both hands. 2
- Rub your hands together, spreading the product evenly until dry
While you are taking it
- Perform a skin allergy test before use
- Seal the product tightly after use
- Avoid mixing different liquids to prevent contamination
- Store in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight,open flames, or heat sources
Warnings
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes and mouth
Effets secondaires possibles
Discontinue use immediately should discomfort or irritation occur.
How to store it
Store at room temperature 15°-30°C(59°-86°F) Keep out of reach of children.
En cas d'oubli
Prenez-le dès que vous y pensez, sauf s'il est presque l'heure de la dose suivante. Dans ce cas, sautez la dose oubliée. Ne prenez jamais deux doses à la fois pour compenser. Vérifiez votre notice, certains médicaments font exception.
What Chlorhexidine digluconate looks like
Compare with your pack. Packs differ between countries and makers; a pack that looks different is not always fake, so scan it to check the registration.
Marques dans le monde
Products with Chlorhexidine digluconate as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.
Registered products
United States (FDA)
Nigeria (NAFDAC)
NAFDACEmxidine Gel B4-0593Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.
Check your pack of Chlorhexidine digluconate
Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.
Questions about Chlorhexidine digluconate
What is Chlorhexidine digluconate used for?
For daily hand sanitizing & ceaning, nourishes skin, no rinsing long-lasting fragrance. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)
How do I take Chlorhexidine digluconate?
Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: 1.Dispense 3-5 sprays per hand (or as required) into the palm of your hand,ensuring complete coverage of both hands. 2. Rub your hands together, spreading the product evenly until dry.…
Do I need a prescription for Chlorhexidine digluconate?
In many countries Chlorhexidine digluconate is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.
What brands contain Chlorhexidine digluconate?
Chlorhexidine digluconate is sold under names such as Chg Teat Dip, Avagard, Malaseb, E-z Scrub, Supreme, Bactoshield, Tru-blu C-hex 110, Tru-blu Chlor Hex-wash. Brand names differ between countries.
What are the side effects of Chlorhexidine digluconate?
The official label lists: Discontinue use immediately should discomfort or irritation occur. Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.
How should I store Chlorhexidine digluconate?
Store at room temperature 15°-30°C(59°-86°F)
How can I check that my Chlorhexidine digluconate is genuine?
Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.
Sources
- U.S. FDA drug label (label of 12 Sep 2025)
- U.S. National Library of Medicine, RxNorm
- NAFDAC Greenbook (Nigeria)
- U.S. FDA National Drug Code directory
- WHO Medical Product Alerts
This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.