Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml belongs to the class of medication called oral antiseptic and disinfectant agents used to treat mouth infections, mouth ulcers and gum disease/inflammation (gingivitis). Mouth infections occur due to the overgrowth of bacteria in the mouth. Symptoms include swollen gums, bad breath, teeth sensitivity, and unpleasant taste changes. Gingivitis is a bacterial inflammation of the gums.

Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml contains chlorhexidine gluconate or chlorhexidine (an antiseptic). It works by destroying the bacteria that cause gum disease, tartar, and other illnesses in the mouth. As a result, it aids in the maintenance of proper dental and oral hygiene.

In some cases, Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml may cause common side effects like irritation, unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth, dry mouth, and staining of teeth. These side effects do not require medical attention and will fade with time. However, you should seek medical attention if these side effects are persistent.

Please do not take Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Before using Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, intending to become pregnant, or nursing. After using Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml, do not drink tea, coffee, or smoke for at least an hour. To maintain good oral hygiene, try to brush your teeth at least two times a day to avoid any oral infection and its spread.

Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml is used to treat infections in the mouth, including gingivitis (gum inflammation), dental plaque, denture stomatitis and thrush. Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml works by destroying the bacteria that cause gum disease, tartar, and other illnesses in the mouth. As a result, it aids in the maintenance of proper dental and oral hygiene.

• Irritation
• Unusual or unpleasant taste
• Dry mouth
• Staining of teeth

If you are allergic to any of its constituents, do not use Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Do not give Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml to children unless advised by a doctor. After using Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml, do not drink tea, coffee, or smoke for an hour. Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml may cause staining of teeth, therefore, brush and floss daily. Avoid contact of Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml with eyes and nose. If contact occurs, rinse with water.

Drug-Drug interactions: No interactions found/established.

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• Regular dental exams can aid in the prevention of illness development.
• It is essential to get frequent dental check-ups to discover and address any issues with your teeth and gums as early as possible.
• Maintain adequate dental hygiene to prevent the transmission of infection.
• Mild forms of gum disease are frequently treatable by practising basic dental hygiene.
• Staining may be minimised by avoiding tea, coffee, red wine and brushing every day.

• Avoid consuming beverages for at least 1 hour after using Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml.
• Children under the age of 12 should not use Hexidine Mouth Wash 500 ml unless instructed to do so by a dentist or doctor.

Mouth infections: Mouth infections occur due to the overgrowth of bacteria in the mouth. Symptoms include swollen gums, bad breath, teeth sensitivity, and unpleasant taste changes.

Gingivitis: It is a periodontal or gum disease with swollen and bleeding gums caused in response to bacterial biofilms (also called plaque) that is attached to tooth surfaces. If left untreated, it can lead to periodontitis and eventually loss of teeth. Its signs and symptoms include bleeding from gums, swollen gums, a loose tooth and sometimes foul oral smell. Fusobacterium, Lachnospiraceae, Lautropia, Prevotella oulorum, and Rothia dentocariosa are some harmful bacteria that cause dental and gum problems. 

Denture stomatitis: Denture stomatitis (also known as oral stomatitis) is a fungus (yeast) infection caused by candida. It's very normal to have some candida in your mouth. However, candida can overgrow and cause a fungal illness when there is an imbalance. Stomatitis caused by candida is also commonly referred to as thrush.