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Pharmaranks rates Chloraprep One-Step Sepp 3.5/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Chloraprep One-Step Sepp is a combination medicine containing Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Isopropyl Alcohol.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Isopropyl Alcohol · by Becton Dickinson Co

70/100Limited · 1 source

Based on 1 source · Recall-safety score from FDA recall history — this product's own recalls and its manufacturer's record. Not an efficacy or quality rating. methodology →

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 9, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Active ingredient
Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Isopropyl Alcohol
Form
Solution
Strength
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 2%; Isopropyl Alcohol 70% (0.67ML)
Type
Over-the-counter (OTC)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
FDA application
NDA021555

What is Chloraprep One-Step Sepp?

From the FDA label:Use for the preparation of the patient's skin prior to surgery. Helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection. Use for the preparation of the patient's skin prior to surgery. Helps to reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection.

How to use

Directions use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns. maximal treatment area for one applicator one single swabstick applicator is approximately 2.5 in. x 2.5 in. (42 cm 2 ) tear pouch at side notch to reveal applicator handles. Do not touch foam applicator tip. Place foam flat side down on the treatment area. completely wet the treatment area with antiseptic dry surgical sites (e.g., abdomen or arm): use repeated back-and-forth strokes for 30 seconds. (When using the triple swabstick applicators, use each swabstick sequentially within the 30 seconds). Allow the area to air dry for approximately 30 seconds. Do not blot or wipe away. moist surgical sites (e.g., inguinal fold): use repeated back-and-forth strokes for 2 minutes. (When using the triple swabstick applicators, use each swabstick sequentially within the 2 minutes). Allow the area to air dry for approximately 1 minute. Do not blot or wipe away. discard the applicator after a single use along with any portion of the solution not required to cover the prep area. It is not necessary to use the entire amount available. Directions use with care in premature infants or infants under 2 months of age. These products may cause irritation or chemical burns. maximal treatment area using three swabsticks sequentially is approximately 5 in. x 5 in.…

Warnings

Important safety information

For external use only. Flammable, keep away from fire or flame. do not use with electrocautery procedures Allergy alert: This product may cause a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms may include: wheezing/difficulty breathing shock facial swelling hives rash If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Warnings For external use only. Flammable, keep away from fire or flame. do not use with electrocautery procedures Allergy alert This product may cause a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms may include: wheezing/difficulty breathing shock facial swelling hives rash If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.

Dosage forms

Solution

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

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Frequently asked questions

How is Chloraprep One-Step Sepp rated?
pharmaranks gives Chloraprep One-Step Sepp a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
Is there a coupon or discount for Chloraprep One-Step Sepp?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Chloraprep One-Step Sepp. To pay less, look for a store-brand version with the same active ingredient (Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Isopropyl Alcohol), which is typically cheaper, and compare unit prices. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
Who makes Chloraprep One-Step Sepp?
Chloraprep One-Step Sepp is marketed by Becton Dickinson Co. You can see Becton Dickinson Co's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Chloraprep One-Step Sepp a brand-name or generic drug?
Chloraprep One-Step Sepp is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Chlorhexidine Gluconate and Isopropyl Alcohol.
Is Chloraprep One-Step Sepp available over the counter?
Yes. Chloraprep One-Step Sepp is an over-the-counter (OTC) product — you can buy it without a prescription. Follow the label directions and ask a pharmacist if you're unsure whether it's right for you.
What forms does Chloraprep One-Step Sepp come in?
Chloraprep One-Step Sepp is currently marketed as solution, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
Is Chloraprep One-Step Sepp FDA-registered?
Chloraprep One-Step Sepp is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA021555. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has Chloraprep One-Step Sepp been recalled by the FDA?
Yes. Chloraprep One-Step Sepp has 1 recorded FDA recall event in the openFDA enforcement database. A recall removes specific lots from the market — usually for manufacturing, contamination, potency, or labeling issues — and does not mean the drug is unsafe to take; your specific lot was almost certainly never affected. This recall history is factored into its safety score above. Always check the FDA recall database or your pharmacist for current alerts.
Is Chloraprep One-Step Sepp safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Chloraprep One-Step Sepp a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (1 recorded recall event) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.

Clinical content sourced from the FDA label via openFDA (U.S. FDA). View the FDA label on DailyMed → Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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