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Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash

Manufactured byMicro Labs Ltd.
ContainsChlorhexidine Gluconate
Description
Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash is an antiseptic medication that is used in the treatment of gingivitis (a condition in which the gums become red and swollen), mouth ulcers, oral thrush (fungal infection in your mouth) and denture sores (painful sores developed due to denture). It is also used for maintaining oral hygiene. Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash is usually considered safe for use and has minor side effects like taste change and burning sensation on your tongue when used for the first time. However, if you experience any symptoms like skin irritation, peeling of skin inside your mouth, inform your doctor. Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash should only be used to rinse your mouth, do not swallow it. The dose and duration of its use will be determined by your doctor. Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash should not be used if you have known history of allergy to it. It is not recommended in children and adolescents less than 18 years of age.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash

Clohex 0.2 % Mouth Wash
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Cmw 0.2 % Mouth Wash
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash

  • Burning or tingling sensation
  • Altered sense of taste
  • Gum or mouth irritation
  • Staining of tooth
  • Skin peeling inside the mouth

Uses of Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash

What is it prescribed for?

  • Gingivitis
  • Mouth ulcers
  • Oral Thrush
  • Denture sores
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash 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 tendency has been reported for Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash is recommended for use in pregnant women only if necessary.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash is relatively safe for use in breastfeeding women. It is recommended to be used only if necessary.

Allergy

Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to this medicine.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash is recommended for use in pregnant women only if necessary.

Breast-feeding

Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash is relatively safe for use in breastfeeding women. It is recommended to be used only if necessary.
General warnings

Use in children

Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash is usually not recommended for use in children unless advised by the doctor.

Oral use only

Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash is intended for oral use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, nose, ears, mucous membranes, wounds, etc. Report any allergic reactions such as swelling, soreness or irritation of the mouth, etc. to the doctor immediately.

Presence of dental disorders

Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash is not recommended if you have any dental problems as it may worsen your condition.

Missed Dose

Use the missed dose 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

Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash is suspected. Overdose may cause gastric distress, nausea, and vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention if more than 4 ounces of the solution is swallowed.
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.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash is meant for external use only. If the medicine is swallowed, seek immediate medical help. Follow all dosing instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. For maximum effectiveness, wait for 30 minutes before rinsing your mouth with water, brushing your teeth, eating, or drinking. Some tooth fillings may become permanently discoloured because of Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash. Brush and floss daily to reduce discolouration. Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash should not be mixed or diluted with any other product.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Nitra Hex 0.2 % Mouth Wash works by reducing and killing the bacterial count on the surfaces within your mouth.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Antiseptic and germicides, Mouth and throat products

Schedule

OTC

Medicines.org.uk. 2021. Care Chlorhexidine Digluconate 0.2% w/v Antiseptic Mouthwash - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 1 September 2021].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/4818/pil>

ICPA Health Products Ltd. 2021. Hexidine - Chlorhexidine Gluconate Solution (0.2%). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 1 September 2021].

https://www.icpahealth.com/product/hexidine-500ml/>
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Information on this page was last updated on 7 Sep 2021

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