Definitions for chlorhexidine
chlorhex·i·dine

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1. chlorhexidinenoun

   a long-lasting liquid antiseptic; used by surgeons to wash their hands before performing surgery

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1. chlorhexidinenoun

   A particular chemical antiseptic and bacteriostatic.

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1. Chlorhexidine

   Chlorhexidine (CHX) (commonly known by the salt forms chlorhexidine gluconate and chlorhexidine digluconate (CHG) or chlorhexidine acetate) is a disinfectant and antiseptic that is used for skin disinfection before surgery and to sterilize surgical instruments. It may be used both to disinfect the skin of the patient and the hands of the healthcare providers. It is also used for cleaning wounds, preventing dental plaque, treating yeast infections of the mouth, and to keep urinary catheters from blocking. It is used as a liquid or powder.Side effects may include skin irritation, teeth discoloration, and allergic reactions, although the risk appears to be the same as other topical antiseptics. It may cause eye problems if direct contact occurs. Use in pregnancy appears to be safe. Chlorhexidine may come mixed in alcohol, water, or surfactant solution. It is effective against a range of microorganisms, but does not inactivate spores.Chlorhexidine came into medical use in the 1950s. Chlorhexidine is available over the counter (OTC) in the United States. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. In 2020, it was the 273rd most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 1 million prescriptions.

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1. chlorhexidine

   Chlorhexidine is a type of disinfectant and antiseptic often used in healthcare for sterilization and to prevent infection. It is effective against a broad range of bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Chlorhexidine is commonly used in skin cleaners, wound washes, mouthwash and dental preparations to kill bacteria and prevent infections. Its use can be both topical and oral, depending on the medical need.

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1. Chlorhexidine

   A biguanide compound used as an antiseptic agent with topical antibacterial activity. Chlorhexidine is positively charged and reacts with the negatively charged microbial cell surface, thereby destroying the integrity of the cell membrane. Subsequently, chlorhexidine penetrates into the cell and causes leakage of intracellular components leading to cell death. Since gram positive bacteria are more negatively charged, they are more sensitive to this agent.

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1. Chlorhexidine

   A disinfectant and topical anti-infective agent used also as mouthwash to prevent oral plaque.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of chlorhexidine in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of chlorhexidine in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=chlorhexidine
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Chlorhexidine
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chlorhexidine
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=chlorhexidine