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CHLORHEXIDINE digluconate 7.1%, gel, 20g tube

https://medicalguidelines.msf.org/en/node/994
https://unicat.msf.org/cat/product/68798
STD DEXTCHLH7G2

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Article is intended to be used with children (<12 years) ONLY.
15.1 - Antiseptics
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use. The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
D08AC02
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
1525
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Gr 1 - PT 1
Biocide: Products that are intended to destroy, render harmless, prevent the action of, or otherwise exert a controlling effect on any harmful organism by chemical or biological means.
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CHLORHEXIDINE digluconate gel/sachet 7.1%

Therapeutic Action

Broad-spectrum bis-diguanide antiseptic for prophylaxis of omphalitis (infection of the umbilical cord)

Indications

Antisepsis and care of umbilical cord

Instructions for use

7.1% chlorhexidine digluconate topical gel is equivalent to 4% chlorhexidine

Apply 3g of gel to the umbilical cord stump immediately after cutting the cord.

Using the 3g single-dose sachet/tube is preferred over the 20g tube to prevent contamination of open tubes.

Precautions for Use

Do not use with soap or any other class of antiseptic, such as polyvidone iodine (incompatibility).

Avoid contact with the eyes and ears.

Caution !

Serious adverse reactions have been reported as a result of confusion between tubes of tetracycline ointment and chlorhexidine gel. Ensure that the chlorhexidine tube is correctly labelled.

Ensure that the mother is properly trained on how to use it.

Storage

Below 25°C - Protect from sunlight

Classification according to EC Regulation num. 528/2012 (Biocidal Products)

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H319Causes serious eye irritation
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects