3M Avagard

3M Avagard is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE AND ALCOHOL. It is labelled by Solventum US LLC taken by topical and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 17518-051, application NDA021074, label effective 20260422. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.

Across FDA labelling, products containing CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE AND ALCOHOL are most often described in connection with: hand antiseptic, significantly reduces, number micro-organisms, forearms prior, surgery patient, care healthcare, rub help, reduce bacteria. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.

Uses surgical hand antiseptic: significantly reduces the number of micro-organisms on the hands and forearms prior to surgery or patient care healthcare personnel hand antiseptic: hand rub to help reduce bacteria that potentially can cause disease recommended for repeated use

Directions use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns. Surgical hand antiseptic apply to clean, dry hands and nails. For the first use of each day, clean under nails with a nail stick. dispense one pump (2 mL) into the palm of one hand dip the fingertips of the opposite hand into the lotion and work it under the nails spread the remaining lotion over the hand and up to just above the elbow using another 2 mL of lotion, repeat with the other hand dispense another 2 mL of lotion into either hand; reapply to all aspects of both hands up to the wrists allow to dry before donning gloves Healthcare personnel hand antiseptic apply to clean, dry hands and nails dispense one pump (2 mL) into the palm of one hand paying particular attention to the spaces between the fingers and under fingernails, apply the lotion evenly to cover both hands up to the wrists allow to dry without wiping

Warnings For external use only. Flammable, keep away from fire or flames. Allergy alert: This product may cause a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms may include: wheezing/difficulty breathing shock facial swelling hives rash If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Do not use if you are allergic to chlorhexidine gluconate or any other ingredient in this product When using this product do not touch the eye with hands that have been treated with this preparation keep out of eyes, ears, and mouth. May cause serious and permanent eye injury if permitted to enter and remain in the eye. if contact occurs, rinse with cold water right away do not use routinely if you have wounds which involve more than the superficial layers of the skin Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

What is 3M Avagard used for?
Uses surgical hand antiseptic: significantly reduces the number of micro-organisms on the hands and forearms prior to surgery or patient care healthcare personnel hand antiseptic: hand rub to help reduce bacteria that potentially can cause disease recommended for repeated use

Who makes 3M Avagard?
Solventum US LLC is the labeler of record for 3M Avagard.

What form does 3M Avagard come in?
administered by topical. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.

Is 3M Avagard prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human otc drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.

Has 3M Avagard been recalled?
No FDA recall record in our database matches this product name or manufacturer. Recall data is updated periodically, so a very recent notice may not appear here yet.

Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.