CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE 4 g/100mL
ANTISEPTIC SKIN CLEANSER · GEL · McKesson
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
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
CareFusion 213, LLC
Lack of Assurance of Sterility; Immediate product pouches may not be properly sealed.
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.
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.
Akorn, Inc.
Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Out-of-specification result (for multiple batches) for an unknown impurity of Chlorhexidine gluconate.
Akorn, Inc.
Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Out-of-specification result (for multiple batches) for an unknown impurity of Chlorhexidine gluconate.
Sage Products LLC
CGMP Deviations: potential contamination of products manufactured on the same equipment and lines as the contaminated product.
Akorn, Inc.
Subpotent Drug: Product crystallization with accompanying low out of specification results for chlorhexidine assay.
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
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
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.
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