CARE CHLORHEXIDINE DIGLUCONATE

For oromucosal use.

Adults, the elderly and children:

To be used as required up to twice daily. Rinse the mouth thoroughly for about 1 minute with 10ml. The mouthwash should be expelled from the mouth after rinsing.

Prior to dental surgery:

Rinse the mouth thoroughly with 10ml for 1 minute. The mouthwash should be expelled from the mouth after rinsing.

Treatment of gingivitis:

A course of one month is recommended.

Treatment of denture stomatitis:

Soak the denture(s) in solution for 15 minutes twice daily.

Treatment of oral ulceration and oral thrush:

Treatment should be continued for 48 hours after clinical resolution.

Skin disorders Frequency not known:

Allergic reactions such as dermatitis, pruritus, erythema, eczema, rash, urticaria, skin irritation, and blisters. 4).

Nervous System Disorders Common:

Oral paraesthesia/hypoaesthesia A superficial discolouration of the dorsum of the tongue may occur which disappears after discontinuation of treatment. Discolouration of the teeth and silicate or composite restorations may also occur.

The discolouration is not permanent and may be prevented by brushing daily with conventional toothpaste prior to using the mouthwash and avoiding tannin-containing food and drinks. In some cases a professional prophylaxis (scaling and polishing) may be necessary to completely remove the stain.

Transient disturbances of taste and a burning sensation of the tongue may occur on initial use of the mouthwash but usually diminishes with continued use. In cases where oral desquamation occurs it may be necessary to discontinue treatment.

Very occasionally, swelling of the parotid glands during use has been reported. If this happens stop using the product and the effect should go away. In all cases spontaneous resolution has occurred on discontinuation of treatment. Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting of suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important.

It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. uk/yellowcard.

For oral use only. Keep away from the eyes and ears. If the solution comes into contact with the eyes, rinse well with water. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not swallow. If symptoms persist, stop using and consult your doctor or dentist.

Chlorhexidine Mouthwash contains chlorhexidine. Chlorhexidine is known to induce hypersensitivity, including generalised allergic reactions and anaphylactic shock. The prevalence of chlorhexidine hypersensitivity is not known, but available literature suggests this is likely to be very rare.

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