What are the ingredients in Listerine original?
What are the ingredients in Listerine original?
Accessed July 14, 2015.
- Dosing. Rinse with 20 mL for 30 seconds morning and night.
- Active Ingredients. Eucalyptol 0.092%, Menthol 0.042%, Methyl salicylate 0.060%, Thymol 0.064%
- Inactive Ingredients. Water, Alcohol (26.9%), Benzoic acid, Poloxamer 407, Sodium benzoate, Caramel.
- Warnings & Precautions.
- Other Information.
Why was Listerine original discontinued?
Listerine Original has been discontinued in the UK. The manufacturer, Johnson & Johnson, say it’s due to “low regional demand“. There are, however, some ways you can still buy it. Like many other people, I was dismayed, because there really is no other mouthwash like the “Antiseptic” original.
What was Listerine originally used to treat?
Louis chemist named Joseph Lawrence invented Listerine. The alcohol-based formula was sold as a surgical antiseptic as well as a treatment for cleaning cuts, scrapes, and other wounds. It was also marketed to dentists for oral care. Later, it was pitched as a floor cleaner and a cure for gonorrhea.
What kind of alcohol does Listerine contain?
LISTERINE® was originally formulated using ethanol (alcohol), which allows the essential oils to mix with the water base and acts as a preservative. Today, ethanol is a component of the LISTERINE® base range and the LISTERINE® Total Care mouth rinses.
Does Listerine original work?
They have both been proven to, “kill germs that lead to bad breath, plaque, and gingivitis for 24 hours”. In fact, according to Listerine, these products, “reduce 52% more plaque than brushing and flossing alone”, for a 100% clean mouth.
Why and when Listerine can harm your mouth?
When the active ingredients in Listerine like ethanol come into contact with your gum tissues, you are likely to feel a burning sensation. If used regularly or excessively, ethanol can cause damage to your mouth cells or trigger oral sores over the passage of time.
Why does Listerine Burn Your Mouth after each use?
Listerine merely dissolves these ingredients into your gums, teeth, and tongue. When these active ingredients come in contact with your mouth and gum tissues (propelled by brushing), a burning sensation results. As an antiseptic Listerine cleans the surface of the oral cavity while leaving an antiseptic sensation.
What are the side effects of drinking Listerine?
Like drinking too much alcohol, having too much Listerine in the body produces toxic effects ranging from abdominal discomfort and pain to severe problems such as coma and loss of movement. Excess Listerine consumption may also affect the eyes by burning or damaging corneas.
Is Listerine bad for You?
In brief: Not likely. When used as directed listerine is very safe and good at helping reduce gingivitis. It does have alcohol (burn) which can irritate the gums if held in the mouth too long. If you have dry mouth, listerine could also make you even drier.
