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Drug Details

UNISEPT

• Drug Class Description
  Disinfectants.
• Generic Name
  Chlorhexidine
• Presentation
  Sterile aqueous solution.
• Description
  Chlorhexidine Gluconate Solution 20% w/v BP 0.05% w/v.
• Indications
  Chlorhexidine gluconate is a potent antibacterial agent for general antiseptic purposes. It is bactericidal to a broad spectrum of organisms. Sterets Unisept is recommended for use in obstetrics and for swabbing burns and wounds.
• Adult Dosage
  

  There is no distinction between adults, the elderly and children. Sterets Unisept should be used without further dilution for topical administration only.

• Contra Indications
  

  Sterets Unisept should not come into contact with the brain, eyes, meninges or middle ear. The use of Sterets Unisept is also contraindicated in patients who have shown hypersensitivity to chlorhexidine.

• Special Precautions
  

  For external use only. Not for injection. When Sterets Unisept is used in aseptic procedures, the outside of the sachet should be disinfected before opening. Discard any surplus immediately after use. Contact with eyes should be avoided. Do not use within body cavities.

• Adverse Drug Reactions
  

  For external use only. Not for injection. When Sterets Unisept is used in aseptic procedures, the outside of the sachet should be disinfected before opening. Discard any surplus immediately after use. Contact with eyes should be avoided. Do not use within body cavities.