Chlorhexidine Gluconate, 0.12% Oral Rinse Solution 1.2 mg/mL Solution, 15 mL — NDC 61037-0469-07 package photo

Chlorhexidine Gluconate, 0.12% Oral Rinse Solution 1.2 mg/mL Solution, 15 mL

by Bajaj Medical, LLC · 15 mL in 1 CUP, UNIT-DOSE (61037-469-07)
NDC 61037-0469-07
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 61037-469-07 billing pads the product segment with a zero
This package
Contains15 mL Pack sizes4 compare ↓
Also priced by: Part D plans $0.0247/unit — full pricing hub ↓
Rx only Generic On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 61037-469-07
Product NDC 61037-469
11-digit billing NDC 61037046907
RxCUI 834127
UNII MOR84MUD8E
UPC 0361037469025, 0361037469032
Application # ANDA075561
SPL Set ID d44f4e79-e684-a1ef-e053-2995a90a4620
Physiologic effect Decreased Cell Wall Integrity
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category ANDA
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2021-11-17
Route DENTAL
Dosage form SOLUTION
Substance CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE
GCN Seq No 057959
GCN 23248
HICL code 004297
Ingredient (HICL) Chlorhexidine Gluconate
HIC1 code D
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Biliary System/Gastro-Intestinal System
HIC2 code D1
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Dental Preparations
HIC3 code D1D
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Dental Aids And Preparations
AHFS code 52:04.24.00
AHFS class Astringents (52:04)
FDB label name CHLORHEXIDINE 0.12% RINSE
FDB brand name Chlorhexidine Gluconate
Legend status F — Federal legend — prescription drug or device
TE code (Orange Book) AT · RLD · RS
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 61037-469-07 — a 5-3-2 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the product segment → 61037-0469-07. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

🏷️ RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Antiinfectives and antiseptics for local oral treatment class.

Drug family (ATC) Antiinfectives and antiseptics for local oral treatment, Antiinfectives, Biguanides and amidines
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerBajaj Medical, LLC
Application holderBAJAJ MEDICAL
FDA applicationANDA075561 (ANDA)
Labeler code61037
First marketedNov 2021
Product typeHuman Prescription Drug
Portfolio6 products on file
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

🩺 Clinical

Label name CHLORHEXIDINE 0.12% RINSE Ingredient Chlorhexidine Gluconate
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • It's actually a prescription-strength antimicrobial rinse, which is different from over-the-counter mouthwash. Your dentist prescribes it specifically to treat gingivitis — that's...
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  • Yes, tooth and surface staining is one of the most common side effects of chlorhexidine oral rinse. It can also increase tartar buildup on your teeth. The good news is that this is...
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📖 Read our full Chlorhexidine guide →
Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

💊 What it looks like

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Where does this data come from?
Physical description (imprint, shape, color, scoring, coating) from this product’s FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL), mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA.

🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII 3K9958V90M
    A liquid solvent derived from fermentation or chemical synthesis. In medicines, alcohol dissolves active ingredients, helps preserve the product, and improves how the body absorbs certain drugs.
  • UNII H3R47K3TBD
    FD&C Blue No. 1 is a synthetic blue dye approved for use in foods and medicines. It serves as a colorant to give the medication its distinctive appearance and help with product identification.
  • UNII PDC6A3C0OX
    Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
  • UNII JL4CCU7I1G
    A synthetic emulsifier made from polyethylene glycol and sorbitan, combined with fatty acids. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and improves the texture and spreadability of topical and oral medicines.
  • UNII SB8ZUX40TY
    Saccharin sodium is an artificial sweetener made from saccharin salt. It's added to medicines to improve taste, especially in liquid formulations for children or bitter drugs.
  • UNII 059QF0KO0R
    Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.

6 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMedingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

💲 Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer mLPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · Q2 2026 $0.0247 $0.37 / 15 ml
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 16571-0128-48 Rising 473 ml $0.007 AT Availability likely
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 00116-2001-04 Xttrium 118 ml $0.017 AT Availability likely
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 [iU]/mL 00116-0003-15 Xttrium 15 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 00116-0175-16 Xttrium 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 00116-0301-15 Xttrium 15 ml AT FDA listed
NUPRO Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 00116-0800-16 Xttrium 473 ml AT FDA listed
Acclean Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 00116-4075-01 Xttrium 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 00116-6000-04 Xttrium 118 ml AT FDA listed
Acclean Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 00116-6720-04 Xttrium 118 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 00121-0893-00 PAI 10 cups AT FDA listed
Periogard Alcohol Free 1.2 mg/mL 00126-0272-16 Colgate 473 ml AT FDA listed
Periogard Alcohol Free 1.2 mg/mL 00126-0282-16 Colgate 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 00374-5080-01 Lyne 15 ml AT FDA listed
Acclean Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 00404-4075-01 Henry 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 00904-7035-80 Major 1500 ml AT FDA listed
Periogard Alcohol Free 1.2 mg/mL 17856-0272-01 ATLANTIC 72 cups AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 17856-2001-03 Atlantic 10 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 17856-2002-03 ATLANTIC 15 ml AT Discontinued
Peridex 1.2 mg/mL 48878-0620-01 Solventum 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 50090-0722-00 A-S 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 53329-0301-24 Medline 15 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 53462-0003-15 Sage 15 ml AT FDA listed
DASH Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 55154-1980-05 Cardinal 5 cups AT FDA listed
DASH Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 55154-1981-05 Cardinal 5 cups AT FDA listed
Major Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 55154-3573-05 Cardinal 5 cups AT FDA listed
Major Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 55154-3574-05 Cardinal 5 cups AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 59883-0175-16 Den-mat 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate, 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 60687-0714-16 American 10 cups AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate, 0.12% Oral Rinse Solution 1.2 mg/mLthis 61037-0469-07 Bajaj 15 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 62135-0649-41 Chartwell 120 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 62135-0650-24 Chartwell 10 cups AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 63187-0685-16 Proficient 473 ml AT FDA listed
Sky Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 63739-0052-57 McKesson 600 ml AT FDA listed
NUPRO Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 65222-0800-16 Dentsply 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 66467-2560-01 Darby 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 66689-0106-50 VistaPharm, 50 cups AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 66975-0600-04 Benco 118 ml AT FDA listed
CleanCare Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 67239-0225-00 Safco 118 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 68071-1837-06 NuCare 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 68071-3630-06 NuCare 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 68788-9546-04 Preferred 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 68999-0650-24 Chartwell 10 cups AT FDA listed
DASH Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 69339-0138-15 Natco 15 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 1.2 mg/mL 70518-4494-00 REMEDYREPACK 473 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate, 0.12% Oral Rinse Solution 1.2 mg/mL 73141-0512-50 A2A 100 cups AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse 1.2 mg/mL 73614-0203-01 Brisk 118 ml AT FDA listed
Chlorhexidine Gluconate, 0.12% Oral Rinse Solution 1.2 mg/mL 81033-0512-50 Kesin 100 cups AT FDA listed
About this product: this is a generic version of the medicine. FDA equivalence ratings are shown when available, and other versions are listed above, least expensive first.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

Availability & generic status

🏛️
2021
On the market since
Nov 2021
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
5 years listed
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Generic on the market
this product is a generic
This is a generic drug

This product is an FDA-approved generic. Other versions of the same drug are listed under Therapeutic equivalents, least expensive first.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
61037-0469-02 118 mL in 1 BOTTLE (61037-469-02) 2021-11-17 Active
61037-0469-03 473 mL in 1 BOTTLE (61037-469-03) 2021-11-17 Active
61037-0469-05 1893 mL in 1 JUG (61037-469-05) 2021-11-17 Active
61037-0469-07 You're viewing this 15 mL in 1 CUP, UNIT-DOSE (61037-469-07) 2021-11-17 Active

You're viewing the smallest of 4 pack sizes for this product.

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 61037-0469-07?
NDC 61037-0469-07 contains 15 mL — 15 ml in 1 cup, unit-dose.
What is the difference between NDC 61037-0469-07 and NDC 61037-0469-02?
Both are Chlorhexidine Gluconate, 0.12% Oral Rinse Solution 1.2 mg/mL Solution — the drug itself is identical. NDC 61037-0469-07 is the 15 mL package, while NDC 61037-0469-02 is the 118 ml package.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Chlorhexidine Gluconate, 0.12% Oral Rinse Solution 1.2 mg/mL Solution?
Bill NDC 61037-0469-07 — the 11-digit billing format is 61037046907. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

Finished prescription product
What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand
NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes) ✓ Available
Labeler ✓ Available
Product & package description ✓ Available
Marketing category & status ✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route ✓ Available
FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) ✓ Available
Package photos ✓ Available
Inactive ingredients (structured) ✓ Available
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data ✓ Available
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The FDA registers it as 61037-469-07, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 61037-0469-07, written without dashes as 61037046907. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.
What do the three segments of this NDC mean?
In 61037-0469-07, the first segment (61037) is the labeler code FDA assigned to Bajaj Medical, LLC; the middle segment (0469) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (07) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by Bajaj Medical, LLC. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Does this product come in other package sizes?
Yes — the FDA directory lists 3 other package presentations of this same product, including 118 ml (61037-0469-02), 473 ml (61037-0469-03), 1893 ml (61037-0469-05). Each has its own NDC and its own page — see the package list near the top of this page.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
Bajaj Medical, LLC is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as a prescription product, so it is dispensed under a prescriber's order. Your pharmacist can tell you whether any over-the-counter forms of the same medication exist.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.

📄 Full prescribing information FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official prescribing information, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage 62 words

INDICATION Chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse is indicated for use between dental visits as part of a professional program for the treatment of gingivitis as characterized by redness and swelling of the gingivae, including gingival bleeding upon probing. Chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse has not been tested among patients with acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG). For patients having coexisting gingivitis and periodontitis, see PRECAUTIONS.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 101 words

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse therapy should be initiated directly following a dental prophylaxis. Patients using chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse should be reevaluated and given a thorough prophylaxis at intervals no longer than six months. Recommended use is twice daily oral rinsing for 30 seconds, morning and evening after toothbrushing.

Usual dosage is 15 ml of undiluted chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse. Patients should be instructed to not rinse with water, or other mouthwashes, brush teeth, or eat immediately after using chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse. Chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse is not intended for ingestion and should be expectorated after rinsing.

Contraindications 24 words

CONTRAINDICATIONS Chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse should not be used by persons who are known to be hypersensitive to chlorhexidine gluconate or other formula ingredients.

⚠️ Warnings 87 words

WARNINGS The effect of chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse on periodontitis has not been determined. An increase in supragingival calculus was noted in clinical testing in chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse users compared with control users. It is not known if chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse use results in an increase in subgingival calculus.

Calculus deposits should be removed by a dental prophylaxis at intervals not greater than six months. Anaphylaxis, as well as serious allergic reactions, have been reported during postmarketing use with dental products containing chlorhexidine. SEE CONTRAINDICATIONS.

🤒 Adverse Reactions 173 words

ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common side effects associated with chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinses are: 1) an increase in staining of teeth and other oral surfaces; 2) an increase in calculus formation; and 3) an alteration in taste perception; see WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS. Oral irritation and local allergy-type symptoms have been spontaneously reported as side effects associated with use of chlorhexidine gluconate rinse. The following oral mucosal side effects were reported during placebo-controlled adult clinical trials: aphthous ulcer, grossly obvious gingivitis, trauma, ulceration, erythema, desquamation, coated tongue, keratinization, geographic tongue, mucocele, and short frenum.

Each occurred at a frequency of less than 1%. Among post marketing reports, the most frequently reported oral mucosal symptoms associated with chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse are stomatitis, gingivitis, glossitis, ulcer, dry mouth, hypesthesia, glossal edema, and paresthesia. Minor irritation and superficial desquamation of the oral mucosa have been noted in patients using chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse.

There have been cases of parotid gland swelling and inflammation of the salivary glands (sialadenitis) reported in patients using chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse.

🤰 Pregnancy 67 words

Pregnancy: Teratogenic Effects Reproduction studies have been performed in rats and rabbits at chlorhexidine gluconate doses up to 300 mg/kg/day and 40 mg/kg/day, respectively, and have not revealed evidence of harm to fetus. However, adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have not been done. Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.

🧒 Pediatric Use 22 words

Pediatric Use Clinical effectiveness and safety of chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse have not been established in children under the age of 18.

🆘 Overdosage 60 words

OVERDOSAGE Ingestion of 1 or 2 ounces of chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse by a small child (~10 kg body weight) might result in gastric distress, including nausea, or signs of alcohol intoxication. Medical attention should be sought if more than 4 ounces of chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse is ingested by a small child or if signs of alcohol intoxication develop.

🧬 Clinical Pharmacology ~1 min read

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY Chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse provides antimicrobial activity during oral rinsing. The clinical significance of chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse’s antimicrobial activities is not clear. Microbiological sampling of plaque has shown a general reduction of counts of certain assayed bacteria, both aerobic and anaerobic, ranging from 54–97% through six months use.

Use of chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse in a six month clinical study did not result in any significant changes in bacterial resistance, overgrowth of potentially opportunistic organisms or other adverse changes in the oral microbial ecosystem. Three months after chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse use was discontinued, the number of bacteria in plaque had returned to baseline levels and resistance of plaque bacteria to chlorhexidine gluconate was equal to that at baseline. Pharmacokinetics Pharmacokinetic studies with chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse indicate approximately 30% of the active ingredient, chlorhexidine gluconate, is retained in the oral cavity following rinsing.

This retained drug is slowly released into the oral fluids. Studies conducted on human subjects and animals demonstrate chlorhexidine gluconate is poorly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. The mean plasma level of chlorhexidine gluconate reached a peak of 0.206 mcg/g in humans 30 minutes after they ingested a 300-mg dose of the drug.

Detectable levels of chlorhexidine gluconate were not present in the plasma of these subjects 12 hours after the compound was administered. Excretion of chlorhexidine gluconate occurred primarily through the feces (~90%). Less than 1% of the chlorhexidine gluconate ingested by these subjects was excreted in the urine.

📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling 95 words

HOW SUPPLIED Chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse is supplied as a blue liquid in 1-pint (473 ml) amber plastic bottle with child-resistant dispensing closure and 1-pint (473 ml) amber plastic bottle with child-resistant closure, 4-ounce (118 ml) amber plastic bottle with child-resistant closure, 64-ounce (1893 ml) white plastic bottle with foam-lined closure and 15 ml unit-dose cup. STORE at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [See USP controlled Room Temperature]. Rx Only.

Revised: November 2021 Manufactured by: Bajaj Medical 415 W Pershing Rd. Chicago, IL 60609 USA

📋 Description 60 words

DESCRIPTION 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) is an oral rinse containing (1, 1'-hexamethylene bis [5-(p-chlorophenyl) biguanide] di-D-gluconate) in a base containing water, 11.6% alcohol, glycerin, PEG-40 sorbitan diisostearate, flavor, sodium saccharin, and FD&C Blue No. 1. Chlorhexidine gluconate product is a near-neutral solution (pH range 5-7). Chlorhexidine gluconate is a salt of chlorhexidine and gluconic acid. Its chemical structure is: struct

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.