Chlorhexidene Oral Rinse (Peridex)

Category:

• Antiseptic

Description:

• Antimicrobial mouth rinse

Indications:

• Gingivitis

• Prophylaxis of mouth infections

Precautions:

• Pregnancy category B; excretion into breast milk unknown; use caution in nursing mothers

Adverse Reactions (Side Effects):

• GI: altered taste perception, increase in calculus formation, irritation of oral mucosa, staining of teeth and other oral surfaces, transient parotitis

Dosage:

Administered as a mouthwash

• Dose:   Use 15ml as oral rinse for 30 seconds twice daily after toothbrushing (not intended for ingestion; expectorate after rinsing)