CHLORHEXIDINE SOLUTION

An aqueous solution containing 2% chlorhexidine gluconate. For use on non-food producing animals for application to superficial cuts, abrasions, or insect stings.

Chlorhexidine is bactericidal to both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, although it is not as potent against the latter....Chlorhexidine Solution leaves a residue on the skin which gives a persistent antibacterial effect lasting 1 or 2 days. Its actions are not affected by blood, pus, or soaps....Bacterial resistance to the drug has not been reported.

A topical aqueous solution containing 2% chlorhexidine gluconate. For use on non-food producing animals for application to superficial cuts, abrasions or insect stings.