Orajel Mouth Gel, 5.3g

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Having radiotherapy to your mouth means you can be more at risk of getting tooth decay. So your radiotherapy specialist may arrange a dental appointment for you before you have this treatment. This may mean your dentist might need to remove any unhealthy teeth before you start.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch. Canker sores. American Dental Association. http://www.ada.org/en/Home-MouthHealthy/az-topics/c/canker-sores. Accessed Feb. 15, 2015. Daktarin Oral Gel, therefore, clears up the infection which causes oral thrush leaving your mouth feeling soothed and more comfortable. The manufacturer states that Daktarin oral gel should not be used by people who are taking any of the following medicines. This is because miconazole can reduce the breakdown of these medicines in the body and so increase the risk of their side effects: No. Unlike cold sores, mouth ulcers aren’t contagious, and they can’t spread through kissing or sharing food.Allergic skin reactions. If you or your child get a skin rash or any blistering or peeling of the skin or inside of the mouth while using Daktarin oral gel, it is important to stop using it and consult a doctor. Orajel used in the mouth may cause a condition in which the oxygen in your body tissues can become dangerously low. This is a potentially fatal condition called methemoglobinemia (met-HEEM-oh glo-bin-EE-mee-a). Do not use this medicine if you have ever had methemoglobinemia. It is also a combination of two medicines that helps treat swelling, pain, burning sensation, and redness. It should be used as prescribed by the doctor. Apply it with clean fingers on the affected area Conclusion:

Recurrent aphthous ulcerations. American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. http://www.aaomp.org/public/aphthous-ulcerations.php. Accessed Feb. 15, 2015. An overdose of benzocaine can cause fatal side effects if too much of the medicine is absorbed through your skin and into your blood. This can happen if you apply more than the recommended dose. Anytime you have a mouth sore that lasts longer than three weeks, schedule a visit with your provider. Mouth ulcers that don’t go away could point to other underlying health conditions. Are mouth ulcers a sign of cancer? Daktarin is a well-known brand name for other products containing miconazole, such as Daktarin cream or powder for fungal skin infections. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of benzocaine topical applied to the skin can cause life-threatening side effects such as uneven heartbeats, seizure (convulsions), coma, slowed breathing, or respiratory failure (breathing stops). What should I avoid while using Orajel?Children, Women, and people with a family history are most prone to building up mouth ulcer. Following are the causes of mouth ulcers:

Mouth ulcers can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress, a deficient diet, hormonal changes, or an underlying medical condition. If you are frequently suffering from mouth ulcers, they last for more than 3 weeks or have become red and inflamed you should speak to a doctor for advice. Oral medications may be used when canker sores are severe or do not respond to topical treatments. These may include: To prevent dentures from becoming infected, apply the gel directly to the dentures while they are removed overnight.Choline Salicylate Solution B.P. Equivalent to Choline Salicylate, Lidocaine Hydrochloride I.P., Preservative( Benzalkonium Chloride Solution LP), Pleasantly flavoured base qs. (Spearmint, Fennel), Glycerine