What is Peroxyl good for?

What is Peroxyl good for?

Colgate® Peroxyl® is for temporary use to cleanse canker sores and minor wounds or minor gum inflammation resulting from minor dental procedures, dentures, orthodontic appliances, accidental injury or other irritations of the mouth and gums such as mouth burns, cheek bites and toothbrush abrasions.

Can Colgate Peroxyl be used everyday?

Rinse your mouth with two teaspoons of Peroxyl (one capful) for one minute and then spit it out. You may use it up to four times daily, even after brushing. Should be used after meals (or after school/work) and before bed.

Is Colgate Periogard over the counter?

PerioGard (Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse, 0.12% – Rx Only) Available through prescription only. Prescription-strength anti-microbial rinse to treat gingivitis and promote the healing of inflamed gums.

What does Colgate Periogard do?

Periogard is a germicidal mouthwash that reduces bacteria in the mouth. Periogard is used to treat gingivitis (swelling, redness, bleeding gums). This medicine is usually prescribed by a dentist. Periogard is not for treating all types of gingivitis.

Why can’t you use Peroxyl for more than 7 days?

Why this “mouthwash” have to be use no more than 7 days? Answer: This product is intended to be used to treat canker sores and minor oral wounds or minor gum inflammation. This is why it’s not recommended to use this product for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or physician.

Is Peroxyl antibacterial?

Colgate® Peroxyl® is an oral mouth wash with a unique oxygenating cleansing action. The rapid release of oxygen has an antibacterial effect on anaerobic bacteria. This facilitates healing and alleviates discomfort caused by minor mouth and gum irritations, such as gum inflammation, soreness and mouth ulcers.

What are the side effects of Peroxyl?

Peroxyl Side Effects

• Redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin.
• skin burning, itching, pain, rash, stinging, or swelling skin ulcers.

What is the generic for Periogard?

Chlorhexidine (Peridex) is an antibacterial mouth rinse that is used to treat gingivitis (redness and swelling of the gum), but you’ll need a prescription to use it.

Is peridex and Periogard the same?

chlorhexidine gluconate rinse (Peridex, Periogard) Dosage.

How often should you use PerioGard?

The recommended use of PerioGard is twice daily rinsing for 30 seconds, morning and evening after tooth brushing. The usual dosage is 15 ml (marked in cap) of undiluted PerioGard. Periogard may interact with other drugs.

Is peridex and PerioGard the same?

What does rinsing your mouth with hydrogen peroxide do?

Hydrogen peroxide rinse is a mild antiseptic used in the mouth to help relieve minor mouth irritation (e.g., due to canker/cold sores, gingivitis, dentures, orthodontic appliances). It works by releasing oxygen when it is applied to the affected area.

What is Periogard used for in dentistry?

PerioGard ® (Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse USP, 0.12%) is indicated for use between dental visits as part of a professional program for the treatment of gingivitis as characterized by redness and swelling of the gingivae, including gingival bleeding upon probing.

Does Periogard taste like mint?

It has a fresh mint taste and is alcohol free. PerioGard ® (Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse USP, 0.12%) is indicated for use between dental visits as part of a professional program for the treatment of gingivitis as characterized by redness and swelling of the gingivae, including gingival bleeding upon probing.

What is the difference between Periogard ® and chlorhexidine gluconate?

PerioGard ® oral rinse is a near-neutral solution (pH range 5-7). Chlorhexidine gluconate is a salt of chlorhexidine and gluconic acid, with a molecular formula of C22H30Cl2N10·2C6H2O7 and a molecular weight calculated to be 897.77. Chlorhexidine gluconate provides antimicrobial activity during oral rinsing.

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