Corsodyl Mint Mouthwash

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Adults: Thoroughly rinse the mouth for about one minute with 10 ml twice daily. Spit out after use. In the dental surgery, the patient should be instructed to rinse the mouth for one minute prior to treatment.
For the treatment of gingivitis, a course of about one month is advisable although some variation in response is to be expected. In the case of aphthous
ulceration and oral candidal infections treatment should be continued for 48
hours after clinical resolution. For the treatment of dental stomatitis, the
dentures should be cleansed and soaked in Corsodyl 0.2% Mouthwash for
fifteen minutes twice daily. Do not exceed the stated dose.
Children and the Elderly: The normal adult dose is appropriate for elderly patients and children of 12 years and over unless otherwise recommended by the dentist or the physician.
Children under 12 years of age should not use the product unless recommended by a healthcare professional.
Route of administration: Oromucosal use. [This product is not intended to be swallowed].

Antibacterial solution for the disinfection of the mouth.
1. As an aid to maintaining oral hygiene.
2. As an aid in the treatment and prevention of gingivitis.
3. Inhibition of formation of dental plaque.
4. For use in aphtous ulceration and oral candidal infections (eg denture stomatitis and thrush).
5. For use in a post- periodontal surgery or treatment regimen to promote
gingival healing.

Corsodyl 0.2% Mouthwash is contraindicated for patients who have previously
shown a hypersensitivity reaction to Chlorhexidine or to any of the excipients
in the formulation. However, such reactions are extremely rare.

See prescribing information for full details.

Gastrointestinal Disorders
Very Common: Tongue coated
Common: Dry mouth
Nervous system disorders
Common: Aguesia / dysguesia, Glossodynia, Oral paraesthesia / hypoaesthesia
See prescribing information for full details.

Chlorhexidine is incompatible with anionic agents.

There is no evidence of any adverse effects on the foetus arising from the use
of chlorhexidine digluconate during pregnancy or on infants during lactation.
Therefore, no special precautions are recommended.

Shelf life: 34 months. Shelf-life after opening: 6 months.