How long can we use Hexidine?
You’ll usually use these for up to 4 weeks, as they can stain your teeth if used for longer. For gum disease, use it for 4 weeks. For mouth ulcers and oral thrush, continue using the mouthwash for 2 days after your symptoms have gone.
How does Hexidine work?
How Hexidine Products work. Chlorhexidine Gluconate is an antiseptic. It works by killing harmful microorganisms and cleans the affected area.
What are the side effects of Hexidine?
Side Effects of Hexidine Mouthwash 160 ml
- Staining of teeth (mottling)
- Change in taste.
- Hard dental plaque.
- Swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat.
- Wheezing or difficulty breathing.
- Strange metallic taste in mouth.
Can we gargle with Hexidine mouthwash?
For maximum effectiveness avoid rinsing mouth (with water or any other mouthwash), brushing teeth, eating or drinking for 30 minutes after using the Hexidine Mouth Wash. Hexidine Mouth Wash may cause permanent discolouration of some tooth fillings.
How do you gargle with Hexidine?
Directions for use: For treatment and prevention, swish in the mouth for one minute. Do not rinse your mouth, eat, drink thereafter for 20 minutes. For prolonged use, take 1:1 dilution of Hexidine with plain water.
Can I drink water after using mouthwash?
Choose a different time to use mouthwash, such as after lunch. Don’t eat or drink for 30 minutes after using a fluoride mouthwash.
Why is Hexidine mouthwash used for?
Hexidine Mouth Wash is used in the treatment of inflammation of gums. It kills the harmful microorganisms in the oral cavity that cause swollen gums, and tartar, bad odor from the mouth. This way it cleans the affected area and speeds up healing.
Does Hexidine contain alcohol?
INGREDIENTS: 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate in a base containing water, 11.6% alcohol, glycerin, PEG-40 sorbitan diisostearate, flavor, sodium saccharin and FD&C Blue No. 1.
How do you use Hexidine mouthwash with water?
Can I use mouthwash daily?
How often should you use mouthwash? It bears repeating that mouthwash isn’t a replacement for brushing and flossing. It’s also not necessary to use mouthwash in order to keep your mouth clean. Most mouthwash products recommend that you use them twice per day, after brushing and flossing.