Monograph Details
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Dental
> Prevention of dental caries
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PERIDEX ORAL RINSE |
| Manufacturer |
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Zila, Inc. |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Antimicrobial. |
| Generic Name |
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Chlorhexidine gluconate 0.12%; contains alcohol 11.6%. |
| Indications |
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Gingivitis. |
| Children |
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<18yrs: not recommended. |
| Adults |
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≥18yrs: Start after dental prophylaxis. Rinse with 15mL (undiluted) twice daily (AM & PM) for 30 seconds after brushing teeth; expectorate. Do not rinse with water or other mouthwashes, brush teeth, or eat immediately after use. |
| Precautions |
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Do dental prophylaxis (calculus removal) before starting, then every 6 months. Coexisting gingivitis and periodontitis (effect on periodontitis not known, may cause increased supra- or subgingival calculus). May stain rough surfaces or margins of anterior facial restorations. Pregnancy (Category B). Nursing mothers. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Staining of teeth and other oral surfaces, increase in calculus formation, taste alteration, irritation or changes to oral mucosa (eg, stomatitis, dry mouth, ulceration). |
| How Supplied |
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Rinse—16oz |
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