NDATOPICALSWAB
Approved
Jun 2005
Lifecycle
LOE Approaching
Competitive Pressure
30/100
Data completeness
2/8 — Basic
PREVANTICS SWABSTICK (chlorhexidine gluconate and isopropyl alcohol) by Becton Dickinson. Approved for bacteria. First approved in 2005.
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AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
PREVANTICS SWABSTICK is a topical antiseptic swab combining chlorhexidine gluconate and isopropyl alcohol for skin antisepsis prior to injection or medical procedures. It is indicated for bacterial antisepsis and is applied directly to skin via single-use swab applicator. The dual-agent formulation provides rapid, broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity to prevent healthcare-associated infections.
LOE Approaching
Product is nearing loss of exclusivity with moderate competitive pressure (30/100), indicating defensive portfolio management and potential team consolidation opportunities.
Mechanism of Action
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Indications (1)
Career Relevance
Working on PREVANTICS SWABSTICK offers limited career growth due to LOE approaching and zero linked job postings; roles are primarily defensive, focused on contract retention and institutional relationships. Career progression is constrained to operational excellence and account management rather than product innovation or clinical advancement.
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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