NEWS HIGHLIGHTSMedia Articles Related to Peridex (Chlorhexidine)
Novel IV Connector Reduces Bloodstream Infections
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines [2013.06.14]
A zero-displacement intravenous (IV) connector coated with chlorhexidine and silver can reduce the incidence of central-line-associated bloodstream infections in vulnerable cancer patients.
Medscape Medical News
Mouthrinse Reduces Plaque And Gingivitis More Than Toothbrushing Alone
Source: Dentistry News From Medical News Today [2013.02.22]
New research published in the January/February 2013 issue of General Dentistry, the peer-reviewed clinical journal of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), indicates that the use of a germ-killing mouthrinse in addition to regular toothbrushing can significantly reduce plaque and gingivitis, more so than brushing alone...
Published Studies Related to Peridex (Chlorhexidine)
Comparison of antibacterial effects of oral rinses chlorhexidine and herbal mouth
wash in patients admitted to intensive care unit. [2012]
mouthwashes in intensive care unit patients... CONCLUSION: The herbal mouth wash has significant antibacterial effects against
Effect of oral hygiene with 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate on the incidence of nosocomial pneumonia in children undergoing cardiac surgery. [2011.06]
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effect of oral hygiene with 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate on the incidence of nosocomial pneumonia and ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in children undergoing cardiac surgery... CONCLUSIONS: Oral hygiene with 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate did not reduce the incidence of nosocomial pneumonia and VAP in children undergoing cardiac surgery. TRIAL REGISTRATION: ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00829842 .
Reduction in bacterial loading using 2% chlorhexidine gluconate as an irrigant in pulpectomized primary teeth: a preliminary report. [2011.03]
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the reduction in bacterial loading using 2% chlorhexidine gluconate as an irrigating solution in pulpectomized primary teeth... CONCLUSION: Two percent chlorhexidine gluconate showed a greater reduction of intracanal bacterial loading compared with that observed with sterile saline solution. This irrigating solution is suggested as an alternative for pulpectomy of necrotic primary teeth.
Effect of chlorhexidine gluconate and benzydamine hydrochloride mouth spray on
clinical signs and quality of life of patients with streptococcal
tonsillopharyngitis: multicentre, prospective, randomised, double-blinded,
placebo-controlled study. [2011]
streptococcal tonsillopharyngitis... CONCLUSION: Chlorhexidine gluconate and benzydamine hydrochloride mouth spray,
Clinical comparison of plaque inhibition effects of a novel stabilized stannous
fluoride dentifrice and a chlorhexidine digluconate dentifrice using digital
plaque imaging. [2011]
aluminium fluoride marketed control dentifrice (Lacalut Aktiv or AlF3/Chx)... CONCLUSION: Compared to the AlF3/Chx control dentifrice, the novel SnF2 test
Clinical Trials Related to Peridex (Chlorhexidine)
Topical Application of Chlorhexidine to the Umbilical Cord for Prevention of Omphalitis and Neonatal Mortality in Rural District of Pakistan [Recruiting]
The investigators hypothesize that application of 4% Chlorhexidine to the cord stump and
meticulous hand washing by primary health care providers of newborn infants will reduce the
incidence of Omphalitis and thereby Neonatal Mortality as compared to standardized dry cord
care.
Efficacy Study Comparing 2% Chlorhexidine in 70% Isopropyl Alcohol Versus 2% Aqueous Chlorhexidine [Recruiting]
The purpose of this study is to compare the efficacy of two different antiseptic solutions
(2%chlorhexidine in 70% alcohol with 2% aqueous chlorhexidine)when used in a standardized
controlled manner in cleansing the skin of infants with birth weight less than 1500 grams
prior to a skin breaking procedure (venepuncture).
The investigators hypothesize that the use of limited amount of 2% aqueous chlorhexidine
solution will be as effective as the same amount of 2% chlorhexidine in 70% alcohol for skin
antisepsis and that limited exposure to 2% aqueous CHG may be associated with less adverse
skin reactions.
Literature from adults has shown that both 2% chlorhexidine in 70% alcohol as well as 2%
aqueous chlorhexidine can provide effective skin antisepsis though alcohol containing
solution had more long lasting effect. It is also well known from many case reports that
alcohol containing products when used to clean abdominal skin for neonatal procedures can
cause severe skin damage in preterm infants. This has lead many neonatal units to adopt
aqueous chlorhexidine as the antiseptic agent of choice without robust evidence to support
its use or standardization of method of application. Both these solutions are widely used in
neonatal intensive care units across the globe including Canada.
By conducting this trial, the investigators want to evaluate the efficacy and safety of 2%
aqueous chlorhexidine as an antiseptic agent when used in a controlled manner [limited
amount for short duration].
Chlorhexidine Against Sodium Hypochlorite as Skin Antiseptics [Recruiting]
The physicians have few options for skin antisepsis. Alternatives for common use antiseptics
are costly or ineffective. In order to have more options, this study is needed. The
investigators want to know if there are differences between the use of 2% chlorhexidine
gluconate in 70% isopropyl alcohol or 10% sodium hypochlorite.
Chlorhexidine Gel Therapy for Cariogenic Oral Microflora [Recruiting]
The goal of this clinical research study is to find out if 1% chlorhexidine gluconate gel
will decrease the amount of bacteria that causes tooth decay. Whether the gel is acceptable
to patients will also be studied.
Chlorhexidine Versus Betadine in Preventing Colonization of Femoral Nerve Catheters After Total Joint Arthroplasty (TJA) [Not yet recruiting]
Continuous femoral nerve block (CFNB) techniques continue to be increasingly used in the
management of postoperative pain after total knee arthroplasty. Although the risk of full
blown infection with CFNB has been poorly defined, the rate of catheter colonization after
antisepsis with povidone-iodine has been demonstrated to be high (Cuivillion et al. showed
the rate of colonization to be 57% after 48 hours). Recently, several anecdotal case reports
have demonstrated severe infectious complications including psoas abscess and necrotizing
fasciitis associated with continuous nerve block techniques. As the use of CFNB techniques
increase in popularity, infectious complications will undoubtedly become more common.
The American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine recommends the routine use of
antiseptic solutions with an alcohol base for skin disinfection before peripheral regional
techniques due to their penetration of the stratum corneum and their rapid and prolonged
effect. Chlorhexidine(chloraprep) has been proven to be better than povidone iodine solution
for skin preparation before epidural catheter and intravascular device insertion (Kinirons
et al., Ostrander et al., Mimoz et al.,). The goal of this prospective trial therefore is to
determine if an alcoholic solution of 0. 5% chlorhexidine is more effective than an aqueous
solution of 10% povidone-iodine in reducing catheter colonization and reducing skin flora
associated with short term ( 48 hours) postoperative continuous femoral nerve catheter
placement. The investigators will also compare the ability of chloraprep and betadine
disinfection at the time of catheter placement to prevent bacterial contamination of the
continuous femoral catheter.
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