gelclair concentrated oral rinse, 21 Count x 15ml sachets

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Appropriate pain control is recommended together with the continuation of good oral hygiene, as tolerated

Chlorhexidine gluconate 0.2% mouthwash ('Corsodyl') is recommended for oral hygiene in patients that are particularly at risk of infection (e.g. neutropenia). 10mL should be used to rinse the mouth twice daily (for about 1 minute). Patients should be advised that it might cause reversible brown staining of teeth. Topical preparation is useful if applied to early onset of cold sores, which often reactivate during chemotherapy but should only be used with systemic treatment. Treatment usually continues up to 2-3 weeks post radiotherapy or chemotherapy (or combined therapy) or until mucositis has healed SFH information: From 11th March 2019 will no longer be supplied from Pharmacy. Instead Oralieve moisturising gel is available from Supply Chain.

glycopyrronium bromide 400micrograms/mL(Sialanar® 320micrograms/mL oral solution) see SmPC or PIL for dosing information The use of Gelclair is contra-indicated in any patient with a known history of hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was Pour 15 ml of Gelclair (1 tablespoonful) into a glass and add approximately 40 ml of water (3 tablespoonfuls). Stir mixture well and use at once. Rinse around the mouth for at least one minute or as long as possible to coat tongue, palate, throat, inside of cheeks and all oral tissue thoroughly. Gargle and spit out.

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Due to the anaesthetizing effect on the pharynx, difflam should not be used for pre-school children or immediately before meals as it could lead to choking. Care should be taken with very hot or cold drinks. The medicines listed in the NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Approved List should be used within their GSL or P licensed indication, and the PoM products listed should only be used under the terms of the relevant Patient Group Directions (PGDs). Products shown as blue have multiple indications with varying formulary classifications. For further information see text next to the product. Add about 3 tablespoons of water (40ml) and stir well Add about 3 tablespoons of water (40ml) and stir well

Other versions which can be used for mouth ulcers are dentinox teething gel (0.33% lidocaine) or in extreme circumstance 5% lidocaine ointment. Prescribing should only be undertaken by primary care after dose and efficacy have been established.

Sodium bicarbonate drops may be used 2 or 3 times daily for 1-2 weeks before syringing if the wax is impacted. The patient should be advised to lie with the affected ear uppermost for 5-10 minutes after use of the ear drops. Use of sodium bicarbonate drops for up to a month may alleviate the need for syringing altogether. If you are allergic to Gelclair (mucosal coating gel (gelclair)); any part of Gelclair (mucosal coating gel (gelclair)); or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and

First line saliva replacement product. To be considered only after full oral assessment and examination, including patient education, and if simple measures eg frequent drinks/ mouthwashes, sugar free gum, sugar free boiled sweets have failed. Discontinue if patient perceives no benefit after 5 days. Related/similar drugs chlorhexidine topical, Peridex, sodium hyaluronate topical, Biotene Mouthwash, XyliMelts How is this medicine (Gelclair) best taken? Drugs which should be initiated in secondary care by the specialist with follow-on prescription and monitoring according to a drug specific Shared Care Protocol (SCP).

Care when prescribingglycopyrronium bromide oral solution as it available as two preparations of different strength and different dosing regimens: Usually use chlorhexidine instead, but hydrogen peroxide is acceptable, especially if anaerobic infection suspected. The contents of one sachet should be diluted with 40mLs of water and immediately used as a mouthwash; rinsing around the mouth for at least 1 minute, or for as long as possible to coat the tongue and inside of the mouth completely Use as a mouthwash straight away – rinsing around the mouth for at least 1 minute, or for as long as possible to coat the tongue and inside of the mouth completely Use as a mouthwash straight away - rinsing around the mouth for at least 1 minute, or for as long as possible to coat the tongue and inside of the mouth completely Children under 12 years must see a doctor before starting each course of hydrocortisone buccal tablets.