Definition of Antiseptic (Anti-Infective Agents, Local)
Substances used on humans and animals that destroy harmful microorganisms or inhibit their activity.

Topical use

• Surgical scrub and antiseptic hand rinse for healthcare personnel
• Skin cleanser for preoperative skin preparation, skin wound and general skin cleanser for patients

Oral use

• Oral rinse: 0.12% Antibacterial dental rinse for gingivitis treatment
• Periodontal chip: Adjunctive therapy to reduce pocket depth in patients with periodontitis

Veterinary use

• Effective protection against Mastitis by cows
• Used in the general dairy hygiene of milk producing animals

Typical concentration as antiseptic is 0,5 – 4% of Chlorhexidine Di Gluconate