What is Calgon vesta?
Chlorhexidine fights bacteria. Calgon vesta for the skin is used to cleanse the skin and prevent infection caused by surgical, injection, or skin injuries. Calgon vesta can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Calgon vesta
Chlorhexidine may cause an allergic reaction. This reaction is rare, but it can be serious.
Calgon vesta may cause serious side effects. Calgon vesta should be stopped immediately, and you should consult your doctor if:
- Severe burning or itching;
- Blistering or peeling
- Skin rash or swelling;
- Any other severe irritation to the treated skin
You may experience less serious side effects or none at all.
There may be other side effects. Call your physician if experiencing symptoms. Alternatively, for reporting side effects you can call the fda directly on 1-800-fda-1088.
Warnings
Chlorhexidine may cause an allergic reaction, which can be severe and life-threatening. Seek emergency medical attention if you experience: hives or severe skin rashes; difficulty breathing; cold sweats; dizziness; swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue; severe dizziness.
Before you take this drug
If you have an allergy to calgon vesta, then it is best not to use this product. If you are allergic to dyes, food, animals, or medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether you can use calgon vesta. Calgon vesta is not known to harm unborn babies. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant.
The effects of chlorhexidine on nursing babies are not yet known. Inform your doctor if breastfeeding is taking place. Calgon vesta should not be used on children younger than 2 months. This medicine can cause chemical burns or severe irritation in very young children.
How to take Calgon vesta?
Do not exceed the recommended dosage or duration. Use the recommended dose and do not exceed it. Calgon vesta is not to be taken by mouth. Calgon vesta should only be used on the skin.
Calgon vesta should be rinsed off before application. Only apply enough medicine to treat the affected area. This medicine should not be used on deep cuts, skin scrapes, or open wounds. Calgon vesta soap should only be used to treat the affected area. Rinse the area thoroughly with water. Use sparingly on large areas of skin.
The contents of this medicine are not sterilised, although the product is manufactured under sterile conditions. The product can be contaminated by bacteria, which could lead to an infection. To prevent contaminating your medication with bacteria:
- Only use the swab or pad provided along with your medication.
- Use only a cotton ball or cotton swab if no applicator has been provided.
- Avoid touching the top of the bottle or the skin with your fingertips.
- Don't dilute your medicine with water.
- Only use the applicator once. After one use, throw away the applicator.
Calgon vesta may worsen your symptoms if you do not see improvement. Store away from moisture or heat at room temperature to maintain freshness. Keep out of direct sunlight to maintain quality storage conditions. When not in use, keep the bottle tightly sealed.
Use the medicine only once if it is packaged in foil or another container that can be used for one time. Even if the medicine is still inside, throw it away after use. Save the medicine for later.
What happens if i miss the dose?
As soon as you remember a missed dose, take it without delay. However, if your next scheduled dosage is approaching fast and taking multiple missed ones would interfere with that schedule, consider forgoing it instead. You should not take extra medicine to compensate for a missed dose.
What happens if i overdose?
A calgon vesta overdose is unlikely to be harmful. Should someone accidentally swallow medication, seek emergency medical help immediately or call poison help immediately at 1-800-222-1222.
What should be avoided?
Avoid getting calgon vesta into your eyes, ears, or mouth. If you do get it in your eyes, ears, nose, or mouth, wash with water. Do not use other medications on areas that you have treated with calgon vesta unless you are told to by your doctor.
Avoid getting the medicine on your clothes or other fabrics. Use bleach only to wash fabrics that have been exposed to chlorhexidine. Otherwise, the medication may leave a permanent stain.
Interaction with other drug
Other drugs that you inject or take orally will not have any effect on the topically applied chlorhexidine. Many drugs interact with each other. Inform all healthcare providers of any medications you take, such as prescriptions, over-the-counter products, vitamins or herbal remedies.
