Anaphylaxis is the most severe clinical presentation of acute systemic allergic reactions. The
occurrence of anaphylaxis has increased in recent years, and subsequently, there is a need …

Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic with a broad spectrum of activity and a persistent effect on
skin. Consequently, it has become an ubiquitous antiseptic in healthcare and the …

Chlorhexidine is a synthetic bisbiguanide antiseptic and was introduced in healthcare use in
1954. Allergy to chlorhexidine has been increasingly reported particularly in the …

Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can rapidly escalate and become life-
threatening if not promptly treated. This article provides a comprehensive guide to …

Abstract Purpose of Review In recent years, the risk of allergy to chlorhexidine is
increasingly recognised. In this review, we discuss why the allergy is so easily overlooked …

The aim of the present study is to describe pharmacological characteristics of drug-related
allergies and anaphylaxis leading to the emergency department (ED). An 8-year post hoc …

Background Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic widely used in healthcare settings. There are
increasing reports of significant hypersensitivity reactions associated with its use …

Chlorhexidine is a commonly used antiseptic and disinfectant in the health-care setting.
Anaphylaxis to chlorhexidine is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication …

Chlorhexidine is an antimicrobial agent widely used for infection prevention in medical
settings. Nevertheless, allergic reactions ranging from mild to severe have been reported …

Highlights•Exposure to antimicrobial agents is associated with an increased incidence of
allergic disease.•Exposure to antimicrobial agents can induce diverse immunological …