Gumloc Gel 10 ml

Gumloc Gel 10 ml belongs to a class of drugs called 'antiseptic' primarily used to treat gum problems like swollen, bleeding, spongy, or loose gums. Besides this, Gumloc Gel 10 ml is used to treat mouth ulcers, pyorrhoea (a severe gum infection that destroys jawbone and loosens teeth), gingivitis (gum inflammation), or vincent’s disease (dirty grey ulceration of the mucus membranes). 

Gumloc Gel 10 ml is a combination of three drugs, namely: Tannic acid (astringent), Zinc chloride (hemostatic agent and astringent), and Cetrimide (antiseptic). Tannic acid is an astringent and protein that helps to contract skin cells, thereby healing and relieving irritation due to mouth ulcers. Zinc chloride is a hemostatic agent with astringent properties that prevents bleeding and toughens the skin. Cetrimide is an antibacterial that works by preventing microbe growth (bacteria) that could infect broken skin in the mouth. 

Use Gumloc Gel 10 ml as advised by your dentist. Your doctor will advise you how often you take Gumloc Gel 10 ml based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience irritation at the site of the application. Most of these side effects of Gumloc Gel 10 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Gumloc Gel 10 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have asthma, blood clotting disorders, or digestive system problems (ulcers), inform your doctor before taking Gumloc Gel 10 ml. Gumloc Gel 10 ml is for external (dental) use only. Avoid contact of Gumloc Gel 10 ml with nose, ears, mouth, or eyes. In case Gumloc Gel 10 ml comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before taking Gumloc Gel 10 ml. Avoid using Gumloc Gel 10 ml in large amounts or use for a long time than recommended as it does not give quick or better results but increases the risk of side effects. 

Gumloc Gel 10 ml is a combination of three drugs, namely: Tannic acid, Zinc chloride, and Cetrimide used to treat gum problems. Tannic acid is an astringent (contracts body tissues) that works by precipitating the proteins that contract skin cells. Thus, it helps in healing and relieves irritation due to mouth ulcers. Zinc chloride is a hemostatic agent with astringent properties that stops bleeding and toughens the skin. Cetrimide belongs to the class of antiseptics that works by preventing the growth of fungi and bacteria that could infect broken skin in the mouth.

• Local irritation 
• Nausea
• Stomach Upset
• Skin Rash
• Acute Toxicity

If you are allergic to zinc chloride, tannic acid, and cetrimide, let your doctor know about this. Avoid using Gumloc Gel 10 ml in case you have asthma, blood clotting disorders or digestive system problems (ulcers). Gumloc Gel 10 ml is for external (dental) use only, so do not swallow or ingest it. Avoid contact of Gumloc Gel 10 ml with nose, ears, mouth or eyes. In case Gumloc Gel 10 ml comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before taking Gumloc Gel 10 ml. Avoid using Gumloc Gel 10 ml in large amounts or use for a long time than recommended as it does not give quick or better results but increases the risk of side effects.

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have asthma, blood clotting disorders or digestive system problems (ulcers), inform your doctor before taking Gumloc Gel 10 ml.

• Avoid eating foods that irritate mouth ulcers such as acidic foods.
• Include whole grains and alkaline fruits and vegetables.
• Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet. Include multivitamins, especially B12, folate, zinc and iron.
• Maintain good dental hygiene by brushing after meals and regular flossing.
• Gargling with salt water also helps in treating mouth ulcers.
• Apply ice or damp tea bags to numb the pain.

If the symptoms of gum problems or bleeding gums persist or worsen after using Gumloc Gel 10 ml for 1 week, please consult a doctor or dentist. 

Gingivitis: It is associated with inflammation (redness and swelling) of gums caused by a bacterial infection. It may occur when food and plaque (a thin film of bacteria) gets trapped in the space between the tooth and surrounding gum tissue. The symptoms include puffy, swollen, or tender gums, bleeding in the gum while brushing, bad breath, or receding gums (gums pull back from tooth surface).

Mouth ulcers: They are also known as small canker sores, painful lesions that develop in the mouth or gum's base. These can make you uncomfortable while eating, drinking, and talking. Mouth ulcers usually heal within a few weeks and are not contagious.

Pyorrhoea: It is also known as periodontitis which can lead to loss of the tooth. It’s usually caused due to poor oral hygiene. The symptoms include red, swollen, or tender gums.

Vincent’s disease: It is a painful disease of the mouth associated with bleeding of gums, dirty grey ulceration of the mucus membranes, foul odor to the breath, and the presence of bacteria.