<unk>  <unk>  (commonly known by the salt forms<unk>  gluconate and<unk>  digluconate <unk> G) or<unk>  acetate) is a disinfectant and antiseptic that is used for skin disinfection before surgery and to sterilize surgical instruments. It may be used both to disinfect the skin of the patient and the hands of the healthcare providers. It is also used for cleaning wounds, preventing dental plaque, treating yeast infections of the mouth, and to keep urinary catheters from blocking. It is used as a liquid or powder. Side effects may include skin irritation, teeth discoloration, and allergic reactions, although the risk appears to be the same as other topical antiseptics. It may cause eye problems if direct contact occurs. Use in pregnancy appears to be safe.<unk>  may come mixed in alcohol, water, or surfactant solution. It is effective against a range of microorganisms, but does not inactivate spores.<unk>  came into medical use in the 1950s.<unk>  is available over the counter (OTC) in the United States. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. In 2017, it was the 286th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than one million prescriptions. The name<unk> " breaks down as<unk> lor(o) + hex(ane) + id(e) + (am)ine.
Chlorhexidine
Tolmetin
Sodium hypochlorite
Sodium hydroxide
Amylmetacresol
Lisocabtagene maraleucel
Palifermin
Chloroethane