Hexitane 1% Cream

Hexitane 1% Cream Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Trade Name Hexitane 1% Cream
Generic Chlorhexidine Gluconate [1%]
Weight 1%
Type Cream
Therapeutic Class Other antibacterial preparation
Manufacturer ACI Limited
Available Country Bangladesh
Last Updated: September 24, 2024 at 5:38 am
Hexitane 1% Cream
Hexitane 1% Cream

Uses

It is used as an antiseptic cream and lubricant by healthcare professionals when examining women during pregnancy or for gynecological problems.

Dosage

Hexitane 1% Cream dosage

Chlorhexidine Gluconate cream is used by healthcare professionals during a physical examination. Some will be spread onto the gloved hand of the examiner and some will be applied around the birth canal and perineum of the patient. This cream is for the use on the skin or vagina only.

Side Effects

Allergic reactions like sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, swelling of the eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching (specially affecting the whole body) may occur.

Precaution

Avoid application to the ears and eyes, and any deep cuts involving the head or spine.Wash out with water if necessary. If mixed with soap or detergents its effectiveness may reduce. If swallowed treat symptomatically and with gastric lavage using milk, raw egg, gelatin or mild soap.

Interaction

Advice of healthcare professional should be sought if using or have recently used any other drugs. Hypochlorite bleaches may cause brown stains to develop in fabrics which have previously been in contact with preparations containing Chlorhexidine.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use

Chlorhexidine Gluconate cream is safe during pregnancy and lactation.

Contraindication

Chlorhexidine Gluconate cream is contraindicated for patients who are hypersensitive to Chlorhexidine.

Storage Condition

Keep in a cool and dry place protected from light. Shake the bottle well before use.

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*** Taking medicines without doctor's advice can cause long-term problems.
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