Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine
About Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine
Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine is used to treat mouth ulcers. Mouth ulcers are open sores that develop on the mucous membranes inside the mouth, causing pain, discomfort, and difficulty eating, speaking, or swallowing.
Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine contains chlorhexidine gluconate and benzocaine. Chlorhexidine gluconate works by killing infection-causing microbes. Benzocaine provides relief from the pain, inflammation, and redness caused by microbial infection. Together, Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine helps treat mouth ulcers.
Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine is generally safe for use and does not cause any side effects. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms while using Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine.
Do not use Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Before using Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, intending to become pregnant, or nursing. Maintain good oral hygiene, and try to brush your teeth at least two times a day to avoid any oral infection and its spread.
Uses of Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine
Medicinal Benefits
Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine used to treat mouth ulcers. It contains chlorhexidine gluconate and benzocaine. Chlorhexidine gluconate acts as an antimicrobial agent/antiseptic that fights against the microbes causing infection by killing them. Benzocaine acts as a local anaesthetic that provides relief from the pain, inflammation, and redness caused by microbial infection. Together, Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine helps treat mouth ulcers.
Directions for Use
Storage
Drug Warnings
Do not use Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine if you are allergic to any of its components. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Avoid contact of Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine with eyes and nose; if contact occurs, rinse with water. Wash hands before and after using Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine. Let your doctor know if you are taking other medicines or herbal supplements. Inform your doctor about all your medical conditions. Avoid swallowing Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol during treatment with Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
not applicableChlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.
Liver
not applicableNo interactions were established/found.
Kidney
not applicableNo interactions were established/found.
Children
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid eating foods, especially acidic foods, that irritate mouth ulcers.
- Include whole grains and alkaline fruits and vegetables in your diet.
- Gargling with salt water also helps in treating mouth ulcers.
- Apply ice or damp tea bags to numb the pain.
- Try natural remedies such as chamomile tea, Echinacea, myrrh, and liquorice root.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Mouth ulcers: Mouth ulcers, also referred to as canker sores, are tiny, uncomfortable lesions that appear in the mouth or at the gum line. They are more likely to occur in people with a history of canker sores in their families. Mouth ulcers may be caused by hard brushing, acidic foods, a lack of essential vitamins, dental braces, emotional stress, and viral, bacterial, or fungal infections.
FAQs
Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine is used to treat mouth ulcers.
Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine works by killing infection-causing microbes and provides relief from the pain, inflammation, and redness associated with mouth ulcers.
Avoid eating, drinking, or brushing your teeth immediately after using Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine.
Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine is generally safe for use and does not cause any side effects. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms while using Chlorhexidine Gluconate+benzocaine.
