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Description
Lexanox Oral Paste is used for the treatment of mouth ulcers called canker sores or aphthous ulcers with or without recurrence. Do not use this medicine if you have a known allergy to it.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Lexanox Oral Paste
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Lexanox Oral Paste
Short-term pain, stinging or burning at the application site
Diarrhea
Nausea
Uses of Lexanox Oral Paste
What is it prescribed for?
Aphthous Ulcers
This medicine is used to treat ulcers that appear inside the mouth or at the base of the gums characterized by pain.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to amlexanox or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age since safety and efficacy have not been clinically established.
Other medicines
Lexanox Oral Paste may interact with many other medicines and may cause adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with Lexanox Oral Paste.
Contact mucositis or rash
Discontinue the therapy with this medicine in case of contact mucositis or skin rash.
Other uses
Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for indications other than those stated above in certain specific circumstances, especially if other medicines are not effective. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor in such cases.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
An overdose of this medicine is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period of time in large volumes. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause undesirable side effects
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop using this medicine without consulting the doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine reduces pain and promotes faster healing.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Anti-inflammatory agents, Anti-allergic agent
Schedule
Schedule H
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You can use it twice a day for five days.
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Answer from Dr. Komal Ramteke
Provide with photos of the same so that accurate diagnosis can be made.
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Information on this page was last updated on 12 Apr 2019
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