Difference in Nolvasan and generic chlorhexadine?

[rmnypt]

Just wanted to be sure that the generic version of Nolvasan is fine to use to clean the tanks for our corns? Do I need to let it sit? Or Rinse? A local lady gave me quite a bit of the generic but I'm wondering if I need to go ahead and purchase the Nolvasan instead since I can get it relatively cheap ($14.99 locally)? Also how long does the mixture stay good once you've mixed the recommended amount with water?

Thanks So Much
Becky

 

[Christen]

No they are the same. So that it fine. In the medical field the most important thing is the contact time. So I would allow it to sit for a a little bit. Is it solution or scrub?

 

[rmnypt]

Thanks for the reply. The generic that I was given is a solution. Here is the link to it:

http://www.durvet.com/prods/CHLORHEXIDINE_188/DetailSheet.html

 

[cornspot]

Chlorhex is chlorhex. It does come in different concentrations, so read the directions as to whether you should dilute 2 oz/ gal or 1 oz/gal (or whatever). The scrub has a detergent in it & is used for surgery prep (& costs more). The solution is what you want to clean your cages with.

 

[sarae]

I find that the diluted mix stays useful longer if you keep it in a dark bottle or a dark place.

 

[omni]

Actually there is a difference between Nolvasan (chlorhexidine diacetate) and generic (chlorhexidine gluconate). Both are anti-bacterial and -fungal, but the generic chlorhex isn't anti-viral so costs a lot less.

 

[rmnypt]

Thanks everyone for the replies. Omni, do I necessarily need the anti viral that the Nolvasan offers? I don't mind spending the extra $ if its going to help our two corns from getting sick.

Thanks