Chlorhexidine Gluconate
Betasept is a brand-name antiseptic solution containing chlorhexidine gluconate, used for skin cleansing and disinfection. It is commonly employed by healthcare professionals for surgical hand scrubs and patient preoperative skin preparation, as well as for general skin antisepsis in clinical and household settings.
Betasept is an antiseptic skin cleanser used for surgical preparation and general disinfection.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 215667
- Generic
- Betasept
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Betasept is indicated for surgical hand scrubbing, healthcare personnel handwashing, patient preoperative skin preparation, and general skin antisepsis to reduce bacteria on the skin.
As a chlorhexidine-based antiseptic, Betasept works by disrupting bacterial cell membranes, leading to cell death. It provides persistent antimicrobial activity that continues working even after the solution is rinsed off.
For external use only; avoid contact with eyes, ears, and mucous membranes. Do not use on open wounds or broken skin unless directed by a healthcare provider. May cause skin irritation in some individuals. Rinse thoroughly if used near sensitive areas.
Official drug label
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