Corsodyl Mint Mouthwash Chlorhexidine 0.2% 300ml

Product Information

Helps in treatment and prevention of gingivitis, maintenance of oral hygiene and inhibition of dental plaque. It can also be used in post-periodontal surgery regimes to promote gingival healing. Corsodyl can also be useful in aphthous ulceration and oral candidal infections.

How to use

Please read the product information before use.

Use only if seal on cap is present and intact before opening.

Use twice a day. Fill the cap to 10ml line. Rinse mouth thoroughly for 1 minute then spit out.

• Gum disease: A one month course (600ml) is recommended.
• Mouth ulcers & oral thrush: Continue to use for 2 days after healing has occurred.
• Denture sore mouth: Clean & soak your dentures in Corsodyl for 15 minutes twice a day.
• Dental Surgery: Rinse as directed by your dentist

Toothpaste can stop Corsodyl from working. Rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and wait 5 minutes after brushing your teeth before using Corsodyl.

You can also use the mouthwash at a different time of day.

Do not swallow and do not use more mouthwash than the label tells you to.

Contains alcohol. If swallowed by a child, seek medical help.

Warnings or restrictions

Corsodyl can have side effects, but not everybody gets them:

• Temporary staining of the tongue. This disappears when treatment is stopped.
• Temporary staining of the teeth. This can normally be removed by brushing.
• You can avoid staining by not drinking tea, coffee or red wine – especially one hour after use – and by brushing daily with toothpaste (see usage instructions).
• If staining continues it can be removed with a scale and polish from your dentist or hygienist. - You can clean your dentures with denture cleaners.
• You may notice a change of taste or burning sensation when you first use the mouthwash. This usually goes away with continued use.
• If peeling of the skin inside the mouth occurs, dilute Corsodyl with an equal amount of water.
• May discolour the tongue and teeth.
• Keep out of eyes and ears.

Other cautions:.

Stop using the mouthwash and seek immediate medical help if you get a rash, swelling of the mouth or face, or have difficulty breathing.

These effects may be symptoms of a severe allergic reaction, which is very rare.

Stop using the mouthwash and tell your dentist if you get irritation of the mouth, soreness or swelling of the inside of the cheeks.

These effects should go away when treatment is stopped.

Do not use:

• if you have ever had an allergic reaction to chlorhexidine digluconate or any of the other ingredients (see storage and 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. See usage instructions for more details.

This is a medicine. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.

Seek advice before using if you are breastfeeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies.

Storage

• Do not use after the 'EXP' date shown on the pack.
• Do not store above 25ºC.
• Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.