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CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE 4 g/100mL

ANTISEPTIC SKIN CLEANSER · GEL · McKesson

10 Recalls on Record
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Chlorhexidine gluconate gel is an antiseptic skin cleanser applied directly to the skin to help reduce bacteria and prevent infection. It is available over-the-counter and is commonly used for wound care and general skin antisepsis.

Key Facts

Brand Name
CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE
Generic Name
ANTISEPTIC SKIN CLEANSER
NDC Code (Product)
68599-5400
Manufacturer
McKesson
Strength
4 g/100mL
Dosage Form
GEL
Route
TOPICAL
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA019125
Marketing Start
03/12/2018

Recall History

10 Recalls on Record
Class II08/22/2017

Sage Products Inc

Cross Contamination With Other Products: Oral care solutions were manufactured by a third party supplier on equipment shared with non-pharmaceutical products

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II06/13/2013

CareFusion 213, LLC

Lack of Assurance of Sterility; Immediate product pouches may not be properly sealed.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/25/2023

CareFusion 213, LLC

Stability data does not support expiry: Shelf-life of the impacted lots of BD ChloraPrep" Clear 1 mL Applicator cannot be substantiated beyond 12-months although labeled with 36-month expiry. Stability studies indicate that the impacted lots, if stored at 30¿C/75% relative humidity continuously beyond 12 months, may exhibit growth of Aspergillus penicillioides.

CompletedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class I03/19/2021

CareFusion 213, LLC

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Product.Product is being recalled because at labeled storage conditions of 30*C/75% Relative Humidity, growth of Aspergillus penicillioides, a type of fungus, resulted in a breach of the package integrity.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/23/2016

Akorn, Inc.

Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Out-of-specification result (for multiple batches) for an unknown impurity of Chlorhexidine gluconate.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/23/2016

Akorn, Inc.

Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Out-of-specification result (for multiple batches) for an unknown impurity of Chlorhexidine gluconate.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II07/29/2016

Sage Products LLC

CGMP Deviations: potential contamination of products manufactured on the same equipment and lines as the contaminated product.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III03/29/2018

Akorn, Inc.

Subpotent Drug: Product crystallization with accompanying low out of specification results for chlorhexidine assay.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/22/2017

Sage Products Inc

Cross Contamination With Other Products: Oral care solutions were manufactured by a third party supplier on equipment shared with non-pharmaceutical products

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II12/28/2020

Sunstar Americas, Inc.

cGMP Deviations; FDA inspection of manufacturing facility observed potential Burkholderia cepacia complex (BCC) contamination, inadequate cleaning, inadequate microbiological testing, and insanitary conditions

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE used for?

Chlorhexidine gluconate gel is an antiseptic skin cleanser applied directly to the skin to help reduce bacteria and prevent infection. It is available over-the-counter and is commonly used for wound care and general skin antisepsis.

Is CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE a controlled substance?

CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE?

The generic name for CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE is ANTISEPTIC SKIN CLEANSER. There are no other listed brand versions of ANTISEPTIC SKIN CLEANSER.

What is the NDC code for CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE 4 g/100mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE 4 g/100mL is 68599-5400, listed by McKesson.

Product NDC

68599-5400

Package NDC

68599-5400-3

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