Antimicrobial Efficacy of 2% CHG (Chlorhexidine Gluconate)

Pilot study to evaluate and compare activity of preoperative preparation with comparator

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Key information

Conditions

Healthy

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Phase 1 / Phase 2

About this study

Evaluate and compare similar preoperative surgical preparations in healthy volunteers. Various application times were evaluated. Efficacy was assess using TFM criteria.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Healthy
No dermatological conditions

Exclusion criteria

Sensitivity to CHG
Sensitivity to natural latex rubber or adhesive skin products

Treatment and study plan

CHG

Drug

Varied application times

Other names: Chlorhexidine Gluconate

Primary outcomes

Log Reduction of Bacterial Flora on the Abdomen and Groin

Time frame: 10 min, 6 hr and 8 hr

Evaluate the Log Reduction of normal flora at various timepoints.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Medline Industries

Industry

Registry information

Official study title

Pilot Trial Assessment of the Antimicrobial Efficacy of Medline 2% CHG Cloth Preoperative Skin Preparation

Important dates

Study start: 2014
Primary completion: 2014
Study completion: 2015
First posted: Aug 21, 2015
Registry last updated: Apr 30, 2021

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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