Chlorhexidine Gluconate

Chlorhexidine Gluconate Chlorhexidine-Oral Chlorhexidine Gluconate is a mouth rinse that kills bacteria. It is used to treat redness, swelling and bleeding of inflamed gums (gingivitis).

ALTERNATE NAMES Periogard, Peridex, Perisol

No Rating Yet No Reviews | Post your opinion

Chlorhexidine Gluconate images: chlorhexidine Gluconate prescription drug /side effects/Chlorhexidine-Oral Peridex chlorhexidine gluconate pic 1 chlorhexidine Gluconate prescription drug /side effects/Chlorhexidine-Oral Chlorhexidine Gluconate pic 2 chlorhexidine Gluconate prescription drug /side effects/Chlorhexidine-Oral 0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate pic 4 chlorhexidine Gluconate prescription drug /side effects/Chlorhexidine-Oral A 3.15% Chlorhexidine Gluconate pic 5 chlorhexidine Gluconate prescription drug /side effects/Chlorhexidine-Oral (chlorhexidine gluconate) pic 6

Overview	Photos	How To Use	Side Effects	Precautions	Missed Dose	Drug Interactions

chlorhexidine Gluconate Periogard, Peridex, Perisol Uses Chlorhexidine Gluconate is a mouth rinse that kills bacteria. It is used to treat redness, swelling and bleeding of inflamed gums (gingivitis). Storage Store at room temperature below 77 degrees F (below 25 degrees C). Do not freeze. Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include slurred speech, sleepiness, and stumbling or staggering walk. Photos Peridex chlorhexidine gluconate Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate A 3.15% Chlorhexidine Gluconate (chlorhexidine gluconate) How To Use Chlorhexidine Gluconate is best started after a thorough teeth cleaning by a dentist or dental hygienist. Chlorhexidine Gluconate is used as an oral rinse usually in the morning and evening after brushing teeth. Measure out the proper dose as directed, then swish it around in the mouth for 30 seconds or as directed. Then spit out. Do not swallow Chlorhexidine Gluconate. Do not rinse mouth, brush teeth or eat immediately after using Chlorhexidine Gluconate. Side Effects Chlorhexidine Gluconate may cause staining of the teeth or tongue. The stains can be removed by your dentist. Changes in taste, mouth irritation or mouth sores may occur. If Chlorhexidine Gluconate is accidentally swallowed, stomach upset or nausea may occur. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Chlorhexidine Gluconate, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms may include trouble breathing, rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Before using Chlorhexidine Gluconate, tell your caregiver your medical/dental history including: any drug allergies. Tell your caregiver if you are pregnant before using Chlorhexidine Gluconate. It is not known if Chlorhexidine Gluconate is excreted into breast milk. Consult your caregiver before breast-feeding. Chlorhexidine Gluconate is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age. Missed Dose Use any missed dose as soon as possible but not if it is almost time for the next dose. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not double-up the dose. Drug Interactions Even though Chlorhexidine Gluconate is not meant to be swallowed and no interactions would be expected, tell your caregiver of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you use. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

		Add a Rating - Post your opinion about this drug Post your opinion about chlorhexidine Gluconate Ratings Legend 5 Stars = Excellent      4 Stars = Good      3 Stars = Average      2 Stars = Fair      1 Star   = Poor * Required Fieldpoorexcellent *Satisfaction Low adverse Reactions Healing Power No dependency problems Cost-Benefit *Why were you taking chlorhexidine Gluconate ? Briefly describe any side effects you experienced: Additional Comments about chlorhexidine Gluconate : *Your gender:  male    female   *Your age:    Location : *Length of time taking drug? Days Weeks Months Years Times (use "comments" for other time length) Email (optional):   Posting rules Please no foul language English only No commercial advertising No SPAM. No pyramid schemes of any kind Read before you post. No ALL CAPS, they are considered impolite If you don't follow the above rules, your post will be probably deleted.

CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.