ReadyPrep CHG: Package Insert / Prescribing Info

Package insert / product label
Generic name: chlorhexidine gluconate
Dosage form: topical cloth
Drug classes: Antiseptic and germicides, Mouth and throat products

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 14, 2024.

Active ingredient

Chlorhexidine gluconate 2% solution

Purpose

Antiseptic

Indications and Usage for ReadyPrep CHG

helps reduce bacteria that can potentially cause skin infection
for preparation of skin prior to surgery

Warnings

For external use only

Allergy alert:

This product may cause a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms may include:

wheezing/difficulty breathing
shock
facial swelling
hives
rash

If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Do not use

on patients allergic to chlorhexidine gluconate or any other ingredient in this product
for lumbar punctures or in contact with the meninges
on open skin wounds
as a general skin cleanser

Stop use and ask a doctor if

irritation, sensitization, or allergic reaction occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition.

When using this product

keep out of eyes, ears and mouth. May cause serious or permanent injury if chlorhexidine is permitted to enter and remain. If contact occurs, rinse with cold water right away and contact a doctor.

Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Posion Control Center right away.

ReadyPrep CHG Dosage and Administration

use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns.
do not microwave
product and packaging are not sterile. Follow your hospital policy for skin preparation with non-sterile products.
to open package: identify the tear notch labeled on the front of the package. Grasp with both hands on both sides of the tear notch and tear to expose cloth.
transfer contents onto prep table, avoiding contact between cloth and outside of package to reduce risk of cloth contamination
use [first/a] cloth to prepare the skin area indicated for a moist or dry site, making certain to keep the [second/remaining] cloth[s] where it will not be contaminated. Use [second/additional] cloth to prepare larger areas.
dry surgical sites: (such as abdomen or arm): use one cloth to cleanse each 161 cm 2 area (approximately) 5 x 5 inches) of skin to be prepared. Vigorously scrub skin back and forth for 3 minutes, completely wetting treatment area, then discard. Allow area to dry for one (1) minute. Do not rinse.
moist surgical sites (such as inguinal fold): use one cloth to cleanse each 65 cm 2 area (approximately 2 x 5 inches) of skin to be prepared. Vigorously scrub skin back and forth for 3 minutes, competely wetting treatment area, then discard. Allow area to dry for one (1) minute. Do not rinse.
discard each cloth after a single use
after package has been opened, discard any unused cloths

Other information

store product flat
store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)

Inactive ingredients

benzalkonium chloride
dimethicone emulsion
glycerin
isopropyl alcohol
propylene glycol
purified water USP

Manufacturing Information

DO NOT FLUSH

Non-Sterile.

Product is not made with Natural Rubber Latex.

Cloth: 100% Polyester

REF MSC098CHG, MSC099CHG

www.medline.com

Medline is a registered trademark of Medline Industries, LP

Manufactured by

Medline Industries, LP

Northfield, IL 60093 USA.

Made in USA with domestic and foreign materials.

Patent Pending

Questions, comments, or ordering call: 1-800-MEDLINE (633-5463)

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V1 RK21MSC, V1 RJ22MSC

Package Label - 2 Cloths

Label V1 RK21MSC

Package Label - 6 Cloths

Label V1 RJ22MSC

READYPREP CHG
chlorhexidine gluconate 2% cloth

Product Information
Product Type	HUMAN OTC DRUG	Item Code (Source)	NDC:53329-244
Route of Administration	TOPICAL

Ingredient Name	Basis of Strength	Strength
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE (UNII: MOR84MUD8E) (CHLORHEXIDINE - UNII:R4KO0DY52L)	CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE	500 mg

Ingredient Name	Strength
Inactive Ingredients
GLYCERIN (UNII: PDC6A3C0OX)
WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)
DIMETHICONE 350 (UNII: 2Y53S6ATLU)
PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3)
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE (UNII: F5UM2KM3W7)
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL (UNII: ND2M416302)

#	Item Code	Package Description	Marketing Start Date
Packaging
1	NDC:53329-244-01	2 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product	01/14/2019
2	NDC:53329-244-03	6 in 1 POUCH; Type 0: Not a Combination Product	12/01/2022

Marketing Category	Application Number or Monograph Citation	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
Marketing Information
NDA	NDA207964	01/14/2019

Labeler - Medline Industries, LP (025460908)

Registrant - Medline Industries, LP (025460908)