First Known Use: 1957
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chlorhexidine
noun chlor·hex·i·dine \klȯr-ˈhek-sə-ˌdīn, -ˌdēn\
Definition of CHLORHEXIDINE
: an antibacterial compound C22H30Cl2N10 used as a local antiseptic (as in mouthwash) and disinfectant especially in the form of its hydrochloride or gluconate
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Origin of CHLORHEXIDINE
International Scientific Vocabulary chlor- + hex- + -idine
Medical Dictionary
chlorhexidine
noun chlor·hex·i·dine \klōr-ˈhek-sə-ˌdīn, klȯr-, -ˌdēn\
Medical Definition of CHLORHEXIDINE
: an antibacterial compound C22H30Cl2N10 that is a biguanide derivative used as a local antiseptic (as in mouthwash) and disinfectant especially in the form of its hydrochloride, gluconate, or acetate
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