ORAHEX 0.2% Gel 40gm works by reducing the bacterial count on the surfaces within the mouth.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for ORAHEX 0.2% Gel 40gm

Respiratory tract infection severe

Skin peeling severe

HypersensitivityInflammation of gum severe

Inflammation of gum severe

Tooth pain

Dry mouth

Staining of tooth

Altered sense of taste

Calcium deposits on tooth

Uses of ORAHEX 0.2% Gel 40gm
What is it prescribed for?

Gingivitis
This medicine is used to treat the inflammation (swelling) of the gums due to a bacterial infection.

Mucositis
This medicine is used to treat the painful inflammation (swelling) and ulceration of the mucous membranes in the mouth.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is recommended for use in pregnant women only if necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is relatively safe for use in breastfeeding women. However, all the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy toORAHEX 0.2% Gel 40gm or any other ingredients present along with it.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is recommended for use in pregnant women only if necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding
This medicine is relatively safe for use in breastfeeding women. However, all the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

General Warnings

Allergy
Stop the use of this medicine in case of any allergic reactions or irritation and inform your doctor as soon as possible.

Pediatric use
Safety and effectiveness of this medicine are not clinically established in children.

Calculus formation
Use of this medicine may cause calculus deposits in the teeth, especially in the oral rinse users. It is recommended that these deposits should be removed by a dentist every six months.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost the time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with this medicine is suspected. Overdose may cause gastric distress, nausea, and vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention if more than 4 ounces of the oral rinse form of this medicine is swallowed.

General Instructions

This medicine is meant for external use only. If the medicine is swallowed, seek immediate medical help. Follow all dosing instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not take this medicine for durations shorter or longer than recommended by your doctor.

Other details

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

References

practo.com –
Chlorhexidine Gluconatepracto.com [Internet].
Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/chlorhexidine-gluconate-57-api
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10 Aug 2017

drugbank.ca –
Chlorhexidine [Internet].
Available from: https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00878
[cited 28 september 2019].
September 24, 2019

dailymed.nlm.nih.gov –
CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE [Internet].
Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=0829509a-1b9b-5d8a-e054-00144ff8d46c
[cited 28 september 2019].
April 2, 2019