INTRODUCTION ABOUT ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE

ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE is a combination of Chlorhexidine, Sodium fluoride and Zinc chloride which belongs to the group of medicines called Disinfectants and Topical Anti-infective agents respectively. It is used to manage gingivitis. It also maintains oral hygiene, inhibits formation of dental plague, manages recurrent oral ulceration, manages denture stomatitis and thrush.

Gingivitis is an inflammatory gum disease caused by bacteria which causes irritation, redness and swelling of the gums. Oral mucositis is a swelling of the tissues in the mouth. Before using ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver, heart or lung disease. ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE should not be used in children and adolescents below 12 years of age unless prescribed by the doctor.

ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE is safe to use in pregnant and breast-feeding women, however, consult with your doctor before using. The most common side effects of using ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE are tongue discoloration, irritation or burning sensation in the mouth, reversible brown staining of the teeth. Consult your doctor’s advice if any of these worsen or doesn’t improve.

USES OF ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE

It is used to:

manage gingivitis
maintain oral hygiene
inhibits formation of dental plague
manage recurrent oral ulceration
manage denture stomatitis and thrush

HOW ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE WORKS

ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE helps in managing gingivitis and maintaining oral hygiene where Chlorhexidine is an antimicrobial agent which manages the formation of plaque by acting on the microbes present on the tooth surface and destroying them. Sodium fluoride is a cariostatic agent which destroys bacteria that cause dental caries and remineralises the teeth. Zinc chloride acts on the odour causing bacteria in the moth and stops the release of gas (H2S) which causes bad breath.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Use ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE as directed by your doctor. It is for external use only, do not swallow. Shake well before use. Swish ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE in the mouth for one minute. Do not wash mouth, eat or drink for 20 minutes after using it. Your doctor will prescribe you the correct dose and duration of ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE depending on your age, weight and health condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE

COMMON

tongue discoloration
irritation, burning sensation in the mouth
reversible brown staining of the teeth
change in taste

RARE

Stop using ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling of tongue, throat, lips or face, difficulty in breathing)
soreness, irritation of the mouth
swelling of the inside of the cheeks

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

Safe

ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE is safe to use in pregnant women. However, consult your doctor before using.

BREASTFEEDING

Safe

ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE is safe to use in breast-feeding women. However, consult your doctor before using.

ALLERGY

Contraindicated

Do not use ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE if you are allergic to Chlorhexidine, Sodium fluoride, Zinc chloride or any other ingredients.

USE IN PEDIATRICS

Monitoring required

ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE should not be used in children and adolescents below 12 years of age unless told by the doctor. Consult with your doctor before using.

USE IN GERIATRICS

Consult your doctor

There is no information on the use of ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE in elderly patients. Consult with your doctor before using.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before using ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken, or might take any other medicine, including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicine.

B. Drug-Food Interactions:

After using the ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE avoid drinking tea, coffee for at least 1 hour. Its use can cause teeth stains.

Overdosage:

In case of accidental ingestion of ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

SYNOPSIS

Drug	:	Chlorhexidine, Sodium fluoride, Zinc chloride
Pharmacological Category	:	Antiseptics, Disinfectants, Topical Anti-infective agents
Therapeutic Indication	:	Gingivitis, Oral ulceration, Denture stomatitis, Thrush
Dosage Forms	:	Oral Rinse, Mouthwash, Solution, Liquid

MORE INFORMATION

Keep ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE out of reach of children
Do not store above 25°C

FAQs ABOUT ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE

Q: What is ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE for?

A: ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE is a combination of Chlorhexidine, Sodium fluoride and Zinc chloride which belongs to the group of medicines called Disinfectants and Topical Anti-infective agents respectively. It is used to manage gingivitis. It also maintains oral hygiene, inhibits formation of dental plague, manages recurrent oral ulceration, manages denture stomatitis and thrush.

Q: How to use ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE?

A: Use ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE as directed by your doctor. It is for external use only, do not swallow. Swish ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE in the mouth for one minute. Do not wash mouth, eat or drink for 20 minutes after using it. For longer use, dilute it in equal parts of water. Do not use more than recommended.

Q: Does ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE cause staining of teeth?

A: ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE can cause temporary staining of teeth. This can be avoided by not drinking coffee, tea especially one hour after using ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE. Staining can easily be removed by brushing daily using a toothpaste. Consult your doctor if it persists for a long time.

Q: Does ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE reduce bad breath?

A: Yes ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE reduces bad breath effectively, but only in the short term (about 3 hours). However, before beginning the usage, keep the risk of teeth staining and taste alteration in mind.

Q: Can ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE be used just after brushing teeth?

A: Toothpastes contain sodium lauryl sulphate which may alter the function of ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE. Rinse your moth thoroughly and wait for 5 minutes to use ORAHEX PLUS SUGAR FREE SPEARMINT FLAVOUR ORAL RINSE after brushing. You may use it at some other time of the day as well.

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AUTHOR DETAILS

Written By Dr. Janet.C - Pharm.D

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. M.Umadevi - MBBS, ENT

Last updated on 11 Mar 2023 | 12:09 PM(IST)

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