Description
What It Contains
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Active Ingredient: Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.2% w/v — a powerful topical antiseptic agent used in oral care.
Mechanism & Purpose
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Antibacterial & Antiplaque: Chlorhexidine effectively reduces bacterial load, plaque formation, and gingival inflammation. It’s commonly prescribed after procedures like scaling or root planing and is an adjunct in managing moderate-to-severe gingivitis, mouth ulcers, and candidal infections.
Usage Instructions
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Dosage:
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Squeeze the bottle until the 5 ml dispenser fills.
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Swish in the mouth for 1 minute, twice daily.
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Do not swallow.
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Avoid rinsing, eating, or drinking for 10 minutes post-use to enhance effectiveness.
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Prolonged Use Guidance:
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Dilute 1:1 with water for extended use (e.g., beyond a few weeks).
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Potential Side Effects
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Common:
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Tooth, tongue, and restoration staining.
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Altered taste perception.
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Increased calculus (tartar) formation.
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Less Common:
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Oral irritation.
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Swelling of salivary glands (transient parotitis).
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Mild mucosal peeling.
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Recommendation:
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Maintain regular brushing and dental prophylaxis to minimize staining and plaque buildup.
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Precautions
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Use only under dental or medical supervision, especially for prolonged courses.
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Avoid if known hypersensitivity to chlorhexidine.
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Not indicated for acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis.
Indications
Used as part of a broader oral hygiene program to treat and manage:
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Gingivitis (gum inflammation/bleeding)
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Aphthous ulcers
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Post-procedural oral care (e.g., dental surgeries)
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Support in controlling oral candidiasis or reducing surgical site bacterial contamination.
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