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Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse

Manufactured byINDOCO REMEDIES LTD
ContainsChlorhexidine Gluconate (0.2 %w/v) + Sodium Monofluorophosphate (0.07 %w/v) + Triclosan (0.05 %w/v)
Description
Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse is a combination of Chlorhexidine Gluconate, Sodium Monofluorophosphate, and Triclosan. It is used for the prevention and treatment of gingivitis (swelling of your gums), mouth ulcers (painful sores on the inner lining of your mouth), oral thrush (fungal infection inside your mouth). It also helps to maintain oral hygiene and prevents the occurrence of oral infections. Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse exerts anti-bacterial and antiseptic effects and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes. Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse may cause burning/stinging sensation, mouth/gum irritation, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen. Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse should be used as directed by your doctor. Continue using this medicine for the prescribed duration to effectively treat your condition. Do not rinse your mouth with water or eat/drink for 10 to 15 minutes after using this medicine. Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse should be avoided if you are allergic to it. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor before using this medication.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse

  • Burning or stinging sensation
  • Gum or mouth irritation
  • Skin peeling inside the mouth
  • Unpleasant taste
  • Staining of teeth

Uses of Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse

What is it prescribed for?

  • Gingivitis
  • Mouth ulcers
  • Oral thrush
  • Oral hygiene
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required by Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse to show its effect is not clinically known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration for which Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse remains effective is not clinically known.
  • 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 have been reported with Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies in pregnant women, the risk to your developing foetus due to Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse is not known. However, this medicine may be safe to use during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known if Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse passes into breastmilk. However, this medicine may be safe to use during breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies in pregnant women, the risk to your developing foetus due to Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse is not known. However, this medicine may be safe to use during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

It is not known if Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse passes into breastmilk. However, this medicine may be safe to use during breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings

For oral use only

Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse is meant for oral use only. Swish the prescribed amount of mouth wash and spit it out. Do not swallow. Avoid contact with your eyes and nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water. Seek immediate medical help in case of accidental ingestion.

Other medicines

Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse may interact with other medicines meant for topical use. Inform your doctor about the topical preparations (meant for oral use such as gels) that you may have been using to avoid undesired side effects.

Staining

Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse may cause staining of your teeth, tongue, or the inside of your mouth. It may also stain your dentures (removable replacements for missing teeth).

Missed Dose

Use the missed dose of Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Since Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not use more than the prescribed dose.
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
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Lab interactions
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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.
Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse is meant for oral use only. Use it as directed by your doctor. Do not rinse your mouth with water or eat/drink for 10 to 15 minutes after using Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse. Close the cover of the container immediately after use to keep it clean and free from contamination. Do not wipe or rinse the tip of the container. Use Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse at around the same time every day for the ease of remembrance. Do not give Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. If symptoms persist, stop using Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse and consult your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Rexidin Plus Mouth Rinse is a combination of Chlorhexidine Gluconate, Sodium Monofluorophosphate, and Triclosan. This medicine acts as an anti-bacterial and antiseptic and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes.
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Classification

Category

Mouth and throat products

Schedule

Schedule H

Medicines.org.uk. 2021. Care Chlorhexidine Digluconate 0.2% w/v Antiseptic Mouthwash - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 20 December 2021].

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

Medicines.org.uk. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 20 December 2021].

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

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Sodium monofluorophosphate. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 20 December 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Sodium-monofluorophosphate>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Triclosan. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 20 December 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Triclosan>
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