Chlorhexidine 0.2% mouthwash

Therapeutic action

• Antiseptic

Indications

• Antisepsis of noma mouth ulcers

Forms and strengths

• 0.2% mouthwash solution of chlorhexidine digluconate, ready to use

Dosage

• Child: one application 4 to 6 times daily to oral mucosa, using a clean gauze swab wrapped around a tongue depressor

Duration

• According to clinical response

Contra-indications, adverse effects, precautions

• Do not swallow.
• Do not bring into contact with eyes (risk of corneal damage), middle ear (risk of deafness if ear drum is perforated).
• May cause: reversible brown discoloration of the tongue and teeth, taste disturbances; rarely allergic reactions.

Storage

– Below 25 °C

Once open, the mouthwash solution keeps for 4 weeks maximum.