Lupident Mouth Wash 150ml

Oral Care - P (195)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Chlorhexidine 0.2 %+Sodium Fluoride 0.05 %+Zinc Chloride 0.09 %

Manufacturer

Lupin Ltd

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTION ABOUT LUPIDENT MOUTH WASHLUPIDENT MOUTH WASH is a combination of Chlorhexidine, Sodium fluoride and Zinc chloride which belongs to the group of medicines called Disinfectants and Topical Anti-infective agents respectively. It is used to manage gingivitis. It also maintains oral hygiene, inhibits formation of dental plague, manages recurrent oral ulceration, manages denture stomatitis and thrush. Gingivitis is an inflammatory gum disease caused by bacteria which ca

Uses

irritation, redness and swelling of the gums. Oral mucositis is a swelling of the tissues in the mouth. Before using LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver, heart or lung disease. LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH should not be used in children and adolescents below 12 years of age unless prescribed by the doctor. LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH is safe to use in pregnant and breast-feeding women,

How It Works

LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH helps in managing gingivitis and maintaining oral hygiene where Chlorhexidine is an antimicrobial agent which manages the formation of plaque by acting on the microbes present on the tooth surface and destroying them. Sodium fluoride is a cariostatic agent which destroys bacteria that cause dental caries and remineralises the teeth. Zinc chloride acts on the odour causing bacteria in the moth and stops the release of gas (H2S) which causes bad breath.

Directions for Use

Use LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH as directed by your doctor. It is for external use only, do not swallow. Shake well before use. Swish LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH in the mouth for one minute. Do not wash mouth, eat or drink for 20 minutes after using it. Your doctor will prescribe you the correct dose and duration of LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH depending on your age, weight and health condition.

Side Effects

using LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH are tongue discoloration, irritation or burning sensation in the mouth, reversible brown staining of the teeth. Consult your doctor’s advice if any of these worsen or doesn’t improve. USES OF LUPIDENT MOUTH WASHIt is used to: manage gingivitis maintain oral hygiene inhibits formation of dental plague manage recurrent oral ulceration manage denture stomatitis and thrush HOW LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH WORKSLUPIDENT MOUTH WASH helps in managing gingivitis and maintaining oral hygiene where Chlorhexidine is an antimicrobial agent which manages the formation of plaque by acting on the microbes present on the tooth surface and destroying them. Sodium fluoride is a cariostatic agent which destroys bacteria that cause dental caries and remineralises the teeth. Zinc chloride acts on the odour causing bacteria in the moth and stops the release of gas (H2S) which causes bad breath. DIRECTIONS FOR USEUse LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH as directed by your doctor. It is for external use only, do not swallow. Shake well before use. Swish LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH in the mouth for one minute. Do not wash mouth, eat or drink for 20 minutes after using it. Your doctor will prescribe you the correct dose and duration of LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH depending on your age, weight and health condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF LUPIDENT MOUTH WASHCOMMON tongue discoloration irritation, burning sensation in the mouth reversible brown staining of the teeth change in taste RAREStop using LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling of tongue, throat, lips or face, difficulty in breathing) soreness, irritation of the mouth swelling of the inside of the cheeks

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYSafeLUPIDENT MOUTH WASH is safe to use in pregnant women. However, consult your doctor before using. BREASTFEEDINGSafeLUPIDENT MOUTH WASH is safe to use in breast-feeding women. However, consult your doctor before using. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not use LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH if you are allergic to Chlorhexidine, Sodium fluoride, Zinc chloride or any other ingredients. USE IN PEDIATRICSMonitoring requiredLUPIDENT MOUTH WASH should not be used in children and adolescents below 12 years of age unless told by the doctor. Consult with your doctor before using. USE IN GERIATRICSConsult your doctorThere is no information on the use of LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH in elderly patients. Consult with your doctor before using.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before using LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken, or might take any other medicine, including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicine. B. Drug-Food Interactions: After using the LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH avoid drinking tea, coffee for at least 1 hour. Its use can cause teeth stains. Overdosage: In case of accidental ingestion of LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Chlorhexidine, Sodium fluoride, Zinc chloride Pharmacological Category : Antiseptics, Disinfectants, Topical Anti-infective agents Therapeutic Indication : Gingivitis, Oral ulceration, Denture stomatitis, Thrush Dosage Forms : Oral Rinse, Mouthwash, Solution, Liquid MORE INFORMATION Keep LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH out of reach of children Do not store above 25°C

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions and answers about Lupident Mouth Wash 150ml.

Q

What is LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH for?

A

LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH is a combination of Chlorhexidine, Sodium fluoride and Zinc chloride which belongs to the group of medicines called Disinfectants and Topical Anti-infective agents respectively. It is used to manage gingivitis. It also maintains oral hygiene, inhibits formation of dental plague, manages recurrent oral ulceration, manages denture stomatitis and thrush.

Q

How to use LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH?

A

Use LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH as directed by your doctor. It is for external use only, do not swallow. Swish LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH in the mouth for one minute. Do not wash mouth, eat or drink for 20 minutes after using it. For longer use, dilute it in equal parts of water. Do not use more than recommended.

Q

Does LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH cause staining of teeth?

A

LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH can cause temporary staining of teeth. This can be avoided by not drinking coffee, tea especially one hour after using LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH. Staining can easily be removed by brushing daily using a toothpaste. Consult your doctor if it persists for a long time.

Q

Does LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH reduce bad breath?

A

Yes LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH reduces bad breath effectively, but only in the short term (about 3 hours). However, before beginning the usage, keep the risk of teeth staining and taste alteration in mind.

Q

Can LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH be used just after brushing teeth?

A

Toothpastes contain sodium lauryl sulphate which may alter the function of LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH. Rinse your moth thoroughly and wait for 5 minutes to use LUPIDENT MOUTH WASH after brushing. You may use it at some other time of the day as well.

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Last Updated

11 Mar 2023

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