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Description
Uvdyne Mouthwash is a painkiller medicine containing Benzydamine. This medicine is used to relieve pain and swelling associated with conditions of the mouth and throat such as sore throat, mouth ulcers, pain after dental surgery, sore tongue or gums, radiation therapy-induced dry mouth or mouth sores, etc. Uvdyne Mouthwash works by inhibiting the production of certain substances in your body that cause pain and swelling.
Uvdyne Mouthwash may rarely cause side effects. If present, it causes numbness in the mouth, throat irritation, nausea and vomiting. Consult your doctor if these side effects disturb you or persist for a longer period. Avoid using this mouthwash if you are allergic to it.
Uvdyne Mouthwash should be used as instructed by your doctor. Do not take more than the prescribed dose of this medicine. Uvdyne Mouthwash should be diluted before using it. Follow all the instructions given in the leaflet before using this medicine. Uvdyne Mouthwash is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Uvdyne Mouthwash.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Uvdyne Mouthwash
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Uvdyne Mouthwash
Numbness of mouth
Stinging feeling in mouth
Nausea and vomiting
Irritation of throat
Uses of Uvdyne Mouthwash
What is it prescribed for?
Mouth and throat conditions
Uvdyne Mouthwash are used to relieve pain and swelling associated with conditions of the mouth and throat. This includes sore throat, mouth ulcers, pain after dental surgery, acute pharyngitis, sore tongue or gums, radiation therapy-induced dry mouth or mouth sores, etc.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Uvdyne Mouthwash to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration for which Uvdyne Mouthwash remains active in your 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 for Uvdyne Mouthwash.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
It is not known whether Uvdyne Mouthwash may cause harm to the developing foetus. Hence inform your doctor if you are pregnant before you start using it.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
It is not known whether Uvdyne Mouthwash passes into breastmilk. Hence contact your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Allergy
Do not use Uvdyne Mouthwash if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical help if you experience moderate to severe allergic reactions like redness, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
It is not known whether Uvdyne Mouthwash may cause harm to the developing foetus. Hence inform your doctor if you are pregnant before you start using it.
Breast-feeding
It is not known whether Uvdyne Mouthwash passes into breastmilk. Hence contact your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Allergy
Avoid using Uvdyne Mouthwash if you experience any allergic reactions or irritation and inform your doctor as soon as possible.
External use only
Uvdyne Mouthwash is for external use only. Hence avoid contact with your eyes, ears and nose.
Other medicines
Uvdyne Mouthwash 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 before using this medicine.
Other uses
Your doctor may prescribe Uvdyne Mouthwash 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 your doctor in such cases.
Use in children
Uvdyne Mouthwash is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data is not established.
Missed Dose
Use the missed dose of Uvdyne Mouthwash as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor in case of an overdose with Uvdyne Mouthwash.
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.
Uvdyne Mouthwash is used for relieving pain and swelling associated with mouth and throat problems. Use this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor.
Uvdyne Mouthwash should be diluted with a small amount of water before consuming. Do not use in larger amounts than prescribed.
Uvdyne Mouthwash is not intended for swallowing. Hence rinse/gargle your mouth with Uvdyne Mouthwash and spit it out.
Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects.
Uvdyne Mouthwash is an external preparation. Hence avoid contact with eyes. In case of accidental contact, rinse your eyes thoroughly with water.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Uvdyne Mouthwash works by inhibiting the production of certain substances in your body that cause pain and swelling.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, Mouth and throat products, Topical analgesics
Schedule
OTC
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Information on this page was last updated on 13 Jan 2023
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