Description
This medicine is sold under the discretion of a Well Pharmacist. You will be required to answer a few short questions to ensure this medicine is suitable for you.
Corsodyl 1% w/w dental gel is used both in the intensive treatment and the prevention of the early signs of gum disease.
The active ingredient is chlorhexidine digluconate which is an antibacterial agent that reduces the formation of dental plaque and is used to:
- Treat and prevent gum disease;(gums may bleed when brushed)
- Maintain mouth hygiene
- Promote gum healing after dental surgery or treatment
- Control recurring mouth ulcers
- Manage denture sore mouth and recurring oral thrush
- Prevent cavities for those at high risk of tooth decay
How to Use
Gum disease: Brush your teeth for at least one minute once or twice daily using 2cm of gel. Continue the treatment for about one month.
Mouth ulcers and oral thrush: Apply gel directly to the sore areas using your finger tip or a cotton bud once or twice daily for at least one minute. Continue use for 2 days after healing has occurred.
Denture sore mouth: Thoroughly brush all over dentures with 2.5 cm of gel on a moistened toothbrush, once or twice daily for about one month.
Dental surgery or tooth decay: Use as directed by your dentist.
Warnings
Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
Do not use:
- If you have ever had an allergic reaction to chlorhexidine digluconate or any of the other ingredients (see further information).
- In children under 12 years unless recommended by a dentist.
- Anywhere other than in your mouth. Wash thoroughly if you get any in your eyes or ears.
- Immediately after brushing your teeth. See Take special care with Corsodyl for more information
Take special care with Corsodyl:
- Stop using the gel and seek immediate help if you get a serious allergic reaction. See possible side effects for more information
- Do not bleach fabrics that have been in contact with the gel.
- Temporary staining of the teeth and tongue may occur. See possible side effects for more information
- You may notice a change of taste or burning sensation. See possible side effects for more information
- Toothpaste can stop Corsodyl working. Rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and wait 5 minutes after brushing your teeth before using Corsodyl. You can also use the gel at a different time of day.
- Do not bleach fabrics that have been in contact with the gel.
Ingredients
Active Ingredients: Corsodyl Dental Gel contains 1% w/w Chlorhexidine Digluconate.
Also Contains: Hydroxypropylcellulose, Macrogolglycerol Hydroxystearate, Sodium acetate, Levomenthol, Peppermint Oil, Isoprpyl alcohol and water.
Macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate may cause skin reactions.
