Chlorhexidine Solution
Chlorhexidine Solution
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Works as an antiseptic against a range of micro-organisms
Fights bacteria, fungi, ringworm, and yeast
For dogs and horses on superficial cuts, abrasions, and insect bites

Chlorhexidine Solution

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At a Glance
Works as an antiseptic against a range of micro-organisms
Fights bacteria, fungi, ringworm, and yeast
For dogs and horses on superficial cuts, abrasions, and insect bites

Whether you're a canine owner or an equestrian, it's a good idea to have Chlorhexidine Solution in the house. Chlorhexidine Solution is a topical aqueous cleaning solution for application to superficial cuts, abrasions, or insect stings. It fights bacteria, fungi, ringworm, and yeast that cause infections. Plus, it's easy to use and apply.
  • DVM Pharmaceuticals Brand
  • First Aid Pharmacy
  • Anti-Fungal Pharmacy
  • DVM Pharmaceuticals Manufacturer
  • Liquid Application
  • Spot On/Topical Application
  • Dog Pet Type

What Is Chlorhexidine Solution Used For?
Answer

Pets by nature are very inquisitive and always are on the hunt to find something that can amaze them. Such adventurous getaways often cause them to be exposed to various kinds of places and environments. While loitering around across these surroundings, pets can get cuts and bruises. It also happens that when the pets go inside bushy areas or thick plantations they can get deep cuts or be bitten by insects. Under these circumstances, there is a need for a cleaning solution that can work as an antiseptic agent for pets. Chlorhexidine Solution is one of the most commonly used antiseptic solutions for various topical abarations. The product is found to be equally effective among both the dogs and cats that contract any kind of skin infection. Chlorhexidine Solution can be used for both normal and dry skin. The product is found to show optimum results against Staphylococcus spp led bacterial infections. The frequently recommended concentration for the product lies between half a percent to three percent.

What Are the Side Effects of Chlorhexidine?
Answer

Chlorhexidine Solution has chlorhexidine gluconate as the chief ingredient in its formulation. Although the use of Chlorhexidine Solution has been to be very beneficial for the pets to tackle their cuts or infections, there have been citations of spontaneous reactions among few pets too. Such side effects that are linked with the use of chlorhexidine gluconate in topical solutions can include symptoms linked with local allergy and oral irritation. These can include specific discomfort if it comes in contact with the sensitive areas of your pet like its eyes, nose, or genitals. Therefore you should be careful while applying the solution to your pet.

How Long Should Chlorhexidine Be Used?
Answer

The time period for the administration of any product that is used for the treatment of any health issues generally lasts till the time when the clinical symptoms cease to exist. The application of Chlorhexidine Solution should be done till the infection on the surface of your pet’s body is taken care of. However, if the spread of the bacterial infection is severe you can also consult your pet’s veterinarian’s input so as to take steps to curb the ailing conditions completely.

Can You Use Chlorhexidine on Open Wounds?
Answer

Chlorhexidine Solution is generally used for the treatments of infections that are inflicted by the fungi, bacterias, yeasts, and ringworms. The action of the product takes place on intact skin. Although the use of the product for cleaning dirty traumatized wounds of the pets is quite prevalent among the veterinary community, its usage on open wounds is not recommended. Also important to note is that if Chlorhexidine Solution is used for cleaning the wounds that are in their healing stage, it can lead to a detrimental impact on them. Chances are the usage of this topical solution on healing wounds can lead to an increase in the chances of patient morbidity.

Does Chlorhexidine Kill Fungus?
Answer

Chlorhexidine Solution is very popular among the veterinary community as a powerful broad-spectrum topical solution for antiseptic skin cleansing. The product has Chlorhexidine Gluconate as an active ingredient that facilitates its action of providing protection to the pets from any infection that is caused by fungi, bacterias, yeasts, and ringworms. It is also worth mentioning that Chlorhexidine Solution can be very effective to provide protection for cuts, braises, aberrations, and insect bites.

Can Chlorhexidine Be Used as Sanitizer?
Answer

The rapid killing action of Chlorhexidine Solution against all the known microorganisms that are found to be affecting the pets in terms of giving rise to infection on their skin is as effective as the solutions that contain around sixty percent of alcohol by volume. A very important aspect concerning the efficacy of the product that you can keep note of is the retention of Chlorhexidine Solution’s actions for up to six hours after the topical application on the skin. This is particularly aided by the binding of the product with your pet’s skin. Another reassuring phenomenon that can help bolster your confidence in using Chlorhexidine Solution is that surgeons often prefer to wash their hands with Chlorhexidine before they step into the operation theater.

What Type of Disinfectant Is Chlorhexidine?
Answer

The superior antibacterial properties of Chlorhexidine Solution is due to it being a cationic chlorophenyl-biguanide antiseptic and disinfectant.

Does Chlorhexidine Fight Infection?
Answer

Chlorhexidine Solution is an antiseptic topical solution that is used as a broad-spectrum skin cleansing product. It helps to protect your pet from any infection that is caused by fungus, bacteria, yeast, and ringworm.

Does Chlorhexidine Fight Infection?
Answer

Chlorhexidine Solution is an antiseptic topical solution that is used as a broad-spectrum skin cleansing product. It helps to protect your pet from any infection that is caused by fungus, bacteria, yeast, and ringworm.

2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate

Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. This product is not to be used in ears. If contact is made, flush immediately and thoroughly with clean water. Keep out of reach of children.

Dilute 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of Chlorhexidine Solution per gallon of clean water. Rinse skin area to be treated with solution. Wipe away excess and pat dry with a sterile gauze or sponge.

Store in a cool, dry place.

Chlorhexidine Solution is manufactured by DVM Pharmaceuticals
Option UPC/SKU
1 Gallon 313985012174

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