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Chlorhexidine gluconate

Phase 3FDA approved

Topical Antisepsis | Small molecule | Infectious Disease |Becton, Dickinson and Company|Trials Updated: Dec 11, 2025

Chlorhexidine gluconate development status

FDA approval on record Jul 14, 2000
Approval holderBecton Dickinson Co
ApplicationNDA020832
Highest phase Phase 3
Registered trials 11 across 6 sponsors since Aug 2001

Label indication Use for the preparation of the patient’s skin prior to surgery. Helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection.

Chlorhexidine gluconate target and mechanism

ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as ChloraPrep AQ

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Trial Design

RandomizedPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials2
Total Enrollment205

FDA Designations

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Chlorhexidine gluconate clinical trials

Chlorhexidine gluconate · 2 trials · 2 indications

Phase 3 1Phase 2 1
NCT00636480Preoperative Skin Preparation EvaluationTopical Antisepsis
COMPLETED60 Analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Preoperative Skin Preparation Evaluation
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

3.0 log10 reduction in CFU/cm2 on inguinal sites, and 2.0 log10 reduction in CFU/cm2 on abdominal sites
10 minutes and 6 hours after application of test solutions
Percentage of Abdominal Site Responder Rates at 10 Minutes
10 min

Individual anatomical sites were considered responders based on the standards set forth in the Food and Drug Administration Tentative Final Monograph for Effectiveness Testing of a Patient Preoperative Skin Preparation (FR 59:116, 17 June 94, pp. 31450-31452). Individually treated abdomen sites with a 2 log10/cm\^2 CFU reduction were considered "responders," and individually treated groin sites with a 3 log10/cm\^2 CFU reduction were considered "responders."

Percentage of Abdominal Site Responder Rates at 6 Hours
6 hours

Individual anatomical sites were considered responders based on the standards set forth in the Food and Drug Administration Tentative Final Monograph for Effectiveness Testing of a Patient Preoperative Skin Preparation (FR 59:116, 17 June 94, pp. 31450-31452). Individually treated abdomen sites with a log10/cm\^2 CFU reduction greater than or equal to 0 were considered responders.

Percentage of Groin Site Responder Rate at 6 Hours
6 hours

Individual anatomical sites were considered responders based on the standards set forth in the Food and Drug Administration Tentative Final Monograph for Effectiveness Testing of a Patient Preoperative Skin Preparation (FR 59:116, 17 June 94, pp. 31450-31452). Individually treated groin sites with a log10/cm\^2 CFU reduction greater than or equal to 0 were considered responders.

Percentage of Groin Sites Responder Rates at 10 Minutes
10 minutes

Participants were considered responders based on the standards set forth in the Food and Drug Administration Tentative Final Monograph for Effectiveness Testing of a Patient Preoperative Skin Preparation (FR 59:116, 17 June 94, pp. 31450-31452). Individually treated groin sites with a 3 log10/cm\^2 CFU reduction were considered "responders."

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingSINGLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeOTHER

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
CHG 2%-26 mlEXPERIMENTALChlorhexidine gluconate in an aqueous base, 26 ml applicator
ChloraPrep 26 mlACTIVE_COMPARATORChloraPrep One-Step 26 ml Active drug contains chlorhexidine gluconate and alcohol
Sterile SalinePLACEBO_COMPARATORSterile salt water administered topically.
comparatorACTIVE_COMPARATORChlorhexidine gluconate
experimentalEXPERIMENTALBDIP-0001
placeboPLACEBO_COMPARATORVehicle

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Chlorhexidine gluconateDRUGChlorhexidine gluconate (2% w/v) in an aqueous base, 26 ml applicator. Active drug contains alcohol and the placebo contains no drug. Administered topically.
ChloraPrep One StepDRUGAdminister topically
Sterile salineDRUG0.9% NaCl solution
N,N'-(1,10-decanediyldi-1(4H)-Pyridinyl-4-ylidene)-Bis-(1-octanamine) DihydrochlorideDRUG -
PlaceboDRUG -
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range16 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersYes
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: * Free of dermatoses, cuts, lesions, or other skin disorders on or around the test sites; no exposure to topical or systemic antimicrobials, antibiotics, or steroids (other than contraceptives, for the fourteen (14) day pre-test conditioning period and must agree to abstain from...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Chlorhexidine gluconate

What is chlorhexidine gluconate?

Chlorhexidine gluconate is a small molecule antiseptic being developed by Becton, Dickinson and Company (ticker BDX) for preoperative skin preparation and topical antisepsis. It is designed to reduce microorganisms on the skin before surgical procedures and for general topical antisepsis. The program is in Phase 2 clinical development.

What is chlorhexidine gluconate used for?

Chlorhexidine gluconate is used for preoperative skin preparation and topical antisepsis. These indications involve reducing skin microorganisms before surgery and for general topical antisepsis. The drug is being developed by Becton, Dickinson and Company for these dermatology applications.

Who makes chlorhexidine gluconate?

Chlorhexidine gluconate is being developed by Becton, Dickinson and Company, which trades under the ticker BDX. The company is responsible for the clinical development of the drug in preoperative skin preparation and topical antisepsis.

What phase is chlorhexidine gluconate in?

Chlorhexidine gluconate is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is investigational and has not been approved by the FDA for the studied indications. The development program includes a completed Phase 2 trial and a completed Phase 3 trial.

What clinical trials is chlorhexidine gluconate in?

Chlorhexidine gluconate has been studied in two completed clinical trials. NCT03140254 was a Phase 2 trial evaluating safety and effectiveness in preoperative skin preparation, enrolling 145 participants. NCT00636480 was a Phase 3 trial in topical antisepsis, enrolling 60 participants. Both trials were conducted in the United States.