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foaming hand wash 20 mg/mL

chlorhexidine gluconate · LIQUID · Medline Industries, LP

3 Recalls on Record
Plain English

foaming hand wash is a liquid containing chlorhexidine gluconate at 20 mg/mL, taken topical. Manufactured by Medline Industries, LP.

Key Facts

Brand Name
foaming hand wash
Generic Name
chlorhexidine gluconate
NDC Code (Product)
53329-994
Manufacturer
Medline Industries, LP
Strength
20 mg/mL
Dosage Form
LIQUID
Route
TOPICAL
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA019422
Marketing Start
01/01/2020

Recall History

3 Recalls on Record
Class II08/23/2017

Inopak Ltd

GMP Deviations; potential bacterial contamination may have been introduced to products through a contaminated diaphragm pump

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II04/22/2019

Inopak Ltd

CGMP Deviations: hand sanitizers and soaps were not produced under current good manufacturing practices.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II05/16/2018

Inopak Ltd

Microbial contamination of NonSterile Product; FDA analysis returned out of specification results for total aerobic microbial counts

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

fatigue1,818 reports
joint swelling1,754 reports
rash1,665 reports
hypersensitivity1,603 reports
arthralgia1,599 reports
folliculitis1,595 reports
impaired healing1,569 reports
pain1,562 reports
weight increased1,555 reports
stomatitis1,509 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Use Helps eliminate bacteria on the skin

Dosage & Administration

Directions Dispense onto wet hands. Work into a lather. Rinse well.

Warnings

Warnings For external use only

Frequently Asked Questions

What is foaming hand wash used for?

foaming hand wash contains chlorhexidine gluconate. It is a liquid taken topical. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is foaming hand wash a controlled substance?

foaming hand wash is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for foaming hand wash?

The generic name for foaming hand wash is chlorhexidine gluconate. There are 12 other brand versions of chlorhexidine gluconate.

What is the NDC code for foaming hand wash 20 mg/mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for foaming hand wash 20 mg/mL is 53329-994, listed by Medline Industries, LP.

Product NDC

53329-994

Package NDC

53329-994-84

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