Scrub, Scrub-Stat, Foam Safe, Micro-Guard

Scrub, Scrub-Stat, Foam Safe, Micro-Guard is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE. It is labelled by AVA, Inc. taken by topical and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 42939-127, application NDA019258, label effective 20231103. It is one of 38 FDA drug label records sharing the active ingredient CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE. 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 are most often described in connection with: reduce bacteria, surgical hand, scrub significantly, number microorganisms, forearms prior, surgery patient, care healthcare, personnel handwash. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.

Uses surgical hand scrub: significantly reduces the number of microorganisms on the hands and forearms prior to surgery or patient care healthcare personnel handwash: handwash to help reduce bacteria that potentially can cause disease skin wound and general cleanser: helps reduce bacteria on the skin

Directions use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These product may cause irritation or chemical burns. use full strength do not dilute Surgical hand scrub remove jewelry wet hands and forearms with water and apply 5 mL of the product wash/scrub hands and forearms for 3 minutes paying particular attention to the nails, cuticles, and interdigital spaces rinse thoroughly with water washfor an additional 3 minutes with 5 mL of the product and rinse under running water dry thoroughly Healthcare personnel handwash wet hands with water dispense about 5 mL of product into cupped hands and wash in a vigorous manner for 30 seconds rinse and dry thoroughly Skin wound and general skin cleanser thoroughly rinse the area to be cleansed with water apply the minimum amount of product necessary to cover the skin or wound area and wash gently. Rinse thoroughly with water. rinse again thoroughly

Warnings For external use only 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 ingredients in this preparation as a properative skin preparation (especially on the head or face) in contact with meninges in the genital area When using this product keep out of eyes, ears, and mouth. May cause serious and permanent eye injury if placed or kept in the eye during surgical during surgical procedures or may cause deafness when instilled in the middle ear through perforated ear drums. if contact occurs, rinse with cold water right away wounds which involve more than the superficial layers of the skin should not be routinely treated repeated general skin cleansing of large body areas should not be done except when underlying condition makes it necessary to reduce the bacterial population of the skin Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs and lasts for 72 hours. 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.

FDA lists 38 drug label records with CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE as the active ingredient. The most common dosage forms and the manufacturers with the most records are summarised below; strengths, pack sizes and inactive ingredients can still differ between apparently similar products.

What is Scrub, Scrub-Stat, Foam Safe, Micro-Guard used for?
Uses surgical hand scrub: significantly reduces the number of microorganisms on the hands and forearms prior to surgery or patient care healthcare personnel handwash: handwash to help reduce bacteria that potentially can cause disease skin wound and general cleanser: helps reduce bacteria on the skin

Who makes Scrub, Scrub-Stat, Foam Safe, Micro-Guard?
AVA, Inc. is the labeler of record for Scrub, Scrub-Stat, Foam Safe, Micro-Guard. 38 FDA label records share the active ingredient CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE, so generic and branded versions may come from different companies; the manufacturer named on your pack is the one that matters for any enquiry.

What form does Scrub, Scrub-Stat, Foam Safe, Micro-Guard 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 Scrub, Scrub-Stat, Foam Safe, Micro-Guard 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.

Are there other products containing CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE?
Yes. 38 FDA drug label records list CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE as the active ingredient. Products with the same active ingredient can usually be substituted only when a prescriber or pharmacist confirms it is appropriate.

Has Scrub, Scrub-Stat, Foam Safe, Micro-Guard 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.