Emergel Mouth Wash
Emergel Mouth Wash is for local application only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying it on the affected area. Please consult your doctor if your symptoms do not get better. It should not be taken by patients who are allergic to it or are less than 16 years of age. It should not be applied to open wounds.
Emergel Mouth Wash
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Emergel Mouth Wash is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to relieve pain, discomfort, and inflammation caused by mouth ulcers. It is also used to treat cold sores, denture, and sore spots due to orthodontic devices.
Emergel Mouth Wash is for local application only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying it on the affected area. Please consult your doctor if your symptoms do not get better. It should not be taken by patients who are allergic to it or are less than 16 years of age. It should not be applied to open wounds.
Burning sensation and application site reactions might be seen as side effects in some patients. It is potentially unsafe to be used in pregnant and nursing mothers.
03Uses
Treatment of Mouth ulcers
04How To Use
Check the label before use. Take the mouthwash in the quantity as advised by your doctor and put it in your mouth. Swish for 30 seconds to 1 minute and spit it. Do not swallow. Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking for at least 30 minutes after rinsing.
05How It Works
Emergel Mouth Wash is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that relieves mouth sores. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) which cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) in the mouth.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Emergel Mouth Wash, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Mouth ulcers
Mouth ulcers are small painful sores on inner lips, gums, tongue, roof of the mouth or throat that may interfere with eating, drinking and even talking. Emergel Mouth Wash blocks chemicals in our brain that are responsible for pain sensation and inflammation. Therefore it provides relief from pain, discomfort and symptoms of inflammation such as redness or swelling due to mouth ulcers. This makes it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Continue using it as advised by the doctor to get maximum benefit.
08Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Burning sensation
09Safety Information
Alcohol:
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Emergel Mouth Wash during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CAUTION
Emergel Mouth Wash should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving:
No interaction found/established
Kidney:
No interaction found/established
Liver:
No interaction found/established
10Drug Tips
Emergel Mouth Wash is prescribed for the treatment of mouth ulcers.
Avoid putting dentures or braces back in the mouth for half an hour after applying the gel in your mouth.
Avoid eating and drinking immediately after applying Emergel Mouth Wash.
Using a clean finger to massage the gel onto the sore area, not more than once every 3 hours.
Do not smoke while using Emergel Mouth Wash as it might cause some side effects.
Consult your doctor if your pain does not improve after using this medication for 7-14 days, or if your symptoms get worse.
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