Oral Antiseptic

 Chlorhexidine Mouthwash is a potent, substantive antimicrobial oral rinse containing chlorhexidine gluconate (typically 0.12% or 0.2%). It is the gold-standard chemical agent for controlling plaque biofilm and gingival inflammation, prescribed for short-term therapeutic use following oral surgery, in the treatment of periodontitis, for patients with physical limitations, and in ICU protocols to prevent pneumonia. Its key property is substantivity—binding to oral tissues for prolonged effect. Major precautions include avoiding use immediately after toothpaste, limiting duration to prevent tooth staining, and never swallowing the solution.