Cell Wall & Gram classification â¢ Most bacteria fall into one of two groups: Gram-positive or Gram-negative â¢ Based on results of a differential staining test (the Gramâs stain) â¢ Primary basis for this distinction is differences in their cell walls Cell Wall: structure & composition Peptidoglycan (murein) â¢ Most importantcomponent
Chlorhexidine is a disinfectant and topical anti-infective agent used also as mouthwash to prevent oral plaque. The physiologic effect of chlorhexidine is by means of Decreased Cell Wall Integrity. Chlorhexidine is a biguanide compound used as an antiseptic agent with topical antibacterial activity.
This product is an oral rinse containing 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate (1,1'-hexamethylene bis [5-(p-chlorophenyl) biguanide]di-D-gluconate) in a base containing water, 11.6% alcohol, glycerin, PEG-40 sorbitan diisostearate, peppermint oil, saccharin sodium, and FD&C Blue #1.