Chlorhexidine Gluconate
0.2%
Dosage Form & Strength
Rinse 10–15 ml for 30 sec twice daily
No adjustment required Dosage duration recommended for 2-4 weeks
Gingivitis, plaque control, oral infections
Hypersensitivity
Tooth staining, taste disturbance, oral irritation
Avoid eating for 30 min after use
Toothpaste containing anionic surfactants may reduce efficacy
Disrupts bacterial cell membranes causing cell death
Poor systemic absorption
Minimal oral absorption Negligible Bioavailability Minimal Metabolism Excretion – Fecal elimination if swallowed
Use only if needed
No adjustment required
No adjustment required
Not recommended <6 years
Suitable
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