Chlorhexidine topical User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)
Brand names: Hibiclens, Peridex, Periogard, Spectrum-4, Betasept, Paroex, Bactoshield CHG, Hibistat, ChloraPrep One-Step, Tegaderm CHG Dressing, CliniClean, Exidine, Bactoshield, Scrub Care Exidine, Calgon Vesta, Chlorostat, Chlorostat 4, Dyna-Hex, Hibistat Towelette, PerioChip, Acclean, Biopatch, Sky Oral Rinse, Denti-Rinse Scrub Care …show all brand names
Chlorhexidine topical has an average rating of 5.8 out of 10 from a total of 65 reviews on Drugs.com. 46% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 35% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Chlorhexidine topical
- cur...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 7, 2014
For Gingivitis "I have had bad breath for 3 years now. I've tried mouthwashes and brushing 4 or more times a day. I've been using this product for 2 days, and my breath is smelling better."
- Oph...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- July 11, 2019
Chlorhexidine topical for Gingivitis "Unfortunately, after three uses, I realized I wasn’t tasting my dinner. I am not willing to give up my sense of taste and will seek an alternative solution."
- Ava...
- November 2, 2018
For Periodontitis "After using it only twice, I've been unable to taste anything for the last 10 hours! Plus, my tongue feels like it's been sandpapered. Not worth it."
- Lpa...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 12, 2020
For Periodontitis "Unfortunately, I am having the worst side effects with this rinse. Trouble breathing is the big one. Needless to say, I will not be continuing with this product."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- December 9, 2020
Chlorhexidine topical for Skin Disinfection, Preoperative "I have been using Hibiclens for over a year for a skin condition, and I find that it can cause skin irritations (rash, itchiness, dry skin, peeling, or blistering of skin)."
- Pus...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- July 23, 2021
Chlorhexidine topical for Skin Disinfection, Preoperative "Was recommended to use pre-operation. Tried it once and immediately reacted to it. Hard to breathe and tight chest."
- Flo...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 25, 2019
For Mucositis "All these mouthwashes give me painful mouth ulcers."
- Liz...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- January 6, 2020
Chlorhexidine topical for Skin Disinfection, Preoperative "I used to work for a dermatologist, and he would always use Hibiclens if our patients were allergic to iodine for minor surgeries. Love the stuff."
- Lac...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 16, 2022
Chlorhexidine topical for Skin Disinfection, Preoperative "I was given Hibiclens in the hospital and at home after a skin infection. It gave me a serious burn on my legs."
- Hiv...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 5, 2018
Chlorhexidine topical for Skin Disinfection, Preoperative "Severe hives over all parts of the body treated, lasting three weeks after application with only one application."
- Fra...
- April 8, 2017
For Gingivitis "I used the after getting grafts on my front lower gums from the roof of my mouth."
- TLG...
- February 11, 2024
For Periodontitis "Just started, so can't say much beyond it doesn't taste awful, and it feels great! My dentist assured me the hygienist can buff the brown off easily. Did I mention it feels good?"
- Per...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 6, 2021
For Periodontitis "Was told to use PerioGuard 0.12% by my hygienist. Never advised of the possible side effects or dangers! Not cool at all! I'm annoyed to say the least..."
- chl...
- January 20, 2025
For Periodontitis "Excellent for my periodontitis, bloody gums. Maybe sometimes have a dry mouth after use, but the cost-benefit is higher than OTC mouthwash."
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Chlorhexidine topical for Gingivitis "For years, I suffered with gum bleed and bad breath. But after using Peridex, all the problems have gone away, and it helped me with self-esteem because I don't have stinky breath anymore."