CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE ANTISEPTIC MOUTHWASH ORIGINAL FLAVOUR 0.2% W/V OROMUCOSAL SOLUTION

Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.2% w/v

Excipients:

Ponceau 4R 0.001% w/w

Macrogol glycerol hydroxystearate 0.7 % w/w

For full list of excipients see Section 6.1

Oromucosal Solution

A clear pink solution.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate Antiseptic Mouthwash is an antimicrobial solution which inhibits the formation of dental plaque. It is indicated as an aid to the treatment and prevention of gingivitis and in the maintenance of oral hygiene, particularly in situations where toothbrushing cannot be adequately employed (eg following oral surgery or in physically handicapped patients). It is used to promote gingival healing following periodontal surgery, to manage recurrent oral ulceration. Additionally it is useful in the treatment of denture stomatitis and thrush.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate Antiseptic Mouthwash should be used as required up to twice daily.

Rinse the mouth thoroughly for about 1 minute with 10 ml. Prior to dental surgery, the patient should be instructed to rinse the mouth with 10 ml for 1 minute. In the treatment of gingivitis a course of about one month is recommended (ie two bottles). For denture stomatitis cleanse and soak the denture in solution for 15 minutes twice daily. In the case of aphthous ulceration and oral candidal infections, treatment should be continued for 48 hours after clinical resolution.

Known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

For oral use only. Keep away from the eyes and ears. If solution comes into contact with the eyes, wash out well with water. Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Ponceau 4R may cause allergic reactions.

Macrogol glycerol hydroxystearate may cause skin reactions.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.2% is incompatible with anionic agents which are usually present in conventional dentifrices. These should therefore be used before Chlorhexidine Gluconate Antiseptic Mouthwash (rinsing the mouth between applications) or at a different time of the day.

Chlorhexidine has been in widespread use for many years and no harmful effects in human pregnancy have been reported. However as with all drugs, caution should be exercised. Chlorhexidine Gluconate Antiseptic Mouthwash should be used only when the benefit to the mother has been assessed by a clinician.

None known.

Irritative skin reactions to chlorhexidine can occur occasionally. Generalised allergic reactions to chlorhexidine have also been reported but are extremely rare.

A superficial discolouration of the dorsum of the tongue may occur. This disappears after treatment is discontinued. Discolouration of the teeth and silicate or composite restorations may also occur. This stain is not permanent and can largely be prevented by brushing with a conventional toothpaste daily before using the mouthwash. However, in certain cases, a professional prophylaxis (scaling and polishing) may be required to remove this stain completely. Stained anterior tooth-coloured restorations with poor margins or rough surfaces which are not adequately cleaned by professional prophylaxis may require replacement. Similarly where normal toothbrushing is not possible, as for example with intermaxillary fixation or with extensive orthodontic appliances, scaling and polishing may also be required once the underlying conditions have been resolved.

Transient disturbances of taste sensation and a burning sensation of the tongue may occur on initial use of the mouthwash. These effects usually diminish with continued use.

In cases where oral desquamation occurs it may be necessary to discontinue treatment. Very occasionally, swelling of the parotid glands during the use of oral chlorhexidine has been reported. In all cases spontaneous resolution has occurred on discontinuing treatment.

Chlorhexidine is poorly absorbed by the oral route, therefore systematic effects are unlikely even if large volumes are swallowed. However, gastric lavage followed by supportive measures may be used as appropriate.

Chlorhexidine gluconate is a bisguanide antiseptic and disinfectant which is bactericidal or bacteriostatic against a wide range of gram negative and gram positive vegetative bacteria, yeasts, dermatophyte fungi and lipophylic viruses. The antimicrobial activity covers most of the important species occurring in the oral microflora.

Not applicable.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate Antiseptic Mouthwash contains the following inactive ingredients:

Ethanol

Sorbitol

Macrogol glycerol hydroxystearate

Original Flavour: E2309 10 N1

Ponceau 4R

Purified Water

Chlorhexidine Gluconate Antiseptic Mouthwash is incompatible with anionic agents which are often present in toothpastes. Therefore these should be used before the mouthwash, rinsing the mouth between applications, or at a different time of day.

Hypochlorite bleaches may cause brown stains to develop in fabrics previously in contact with chlorhexidine.

Two years.

Do not store above 25°C.

Store in the original container in order to protect from light

Amber PET bottle with a polypropylene screw cap. The cap is conical in shape and has “10 ml” and a level line engraved on the inside. The pack contains 300 ml.

No special requirements.

Ecolab Ltd, Lotherton Way, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 2JY.

PL 04509/0009

12^th March 2008

9^th June 2011