Generally effective against gram-positive bacteria| and may also have some activity against viruses and fungi. It has a fast onset of action| but is a weaker cleansing agent with minimal residual activity. An antiseptic antibacterial agent that works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It's used to clean the skin after an injury| before surgery| or before an injection. An antiseptic that works with chlorhexidine gluconate to kill infectious microorganisms and effectively clean out cuts and wounds