Orajel Mouth Gel, 5.3g

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Chemotherapy, targeted drugs and radiotherapy work by killing cancer cells or stopping them from growing. But they usually affect some healthy cells too. And the cells that line your mouth are very sensitive to the effects of cancer treatments.

Oral thrush is a fungal infection that affects the mouth and throat. It is caused by a yeast called Candida and although it is normally harmless it can cause the mouth to become very uncomfortable and sore.Minor aphthous mouth ulcers are the most common (8 in 10 cases). They are small, round, or oval and are less than 10 mm across. They look pale yellow but the area around them may look swollen and red. Only one ulcer may develop but up to five may appear at the same time. Each ulcer lasts 7-10 days and then goes without leaving a scar. They are not usually very painful. Emergel has Choline Salicylate, which is one of the leading anti-inflammatory drugs. It helps to cure the inflammation and redness caused due to the mouth ulcer and helps reduce the pain and swelling. Make sure that you use it under the supervision of doctors. 19. Ulciwok Gel

To prevent dentures from becoming infected, apply the gel directly to the dentures while they are removed overnight. Mouth problems are often mild. But they can sometimes become serious and affect your daily life. Looking after your mouth

Your doctor or dentist may suggest some gentle jaw exercises to help prevent this becoming a permanent problem. Canker sores. FamilyDoctor.org. http://familydoctor.org/familydoctor/en/diseases-conditions/canker-sores.html. Accessed Feb. 15, 2015. Orasore is available in gel form, making it easy to apply directly to the affected area with precision Some drugs may have Authority Required (Streamlined) status which does not require an explicit approval from Medicare, instead the doctor can use the Authority code found in the published Schedule for a given drug/indication.

Talking to a physiotherapist or a speech and language therapist at the hospital may help if you’re concerned. Ask your doctor, radiographer or nurse to refer you. Bad breath Orajel used in the mouth may cause a condition in which the oxygen in your body tissues can become dangerously low. This is a potentially fatal condition called methemoglobinemia (met-HEEM-oh glo-bin-EE-mee-a). This condition may occur after only one use of benzocaine or after several uses. To avoid using too much by accident, always put the gel, ointment or liquid onto your finger or a cotton bud. Do not squeeze it straight into your mouth. All your medications, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins or other supplements, and their dosesCanker sores (aphthous ulcers). These are the most common type of mouth ulcers. Healthcare providers aren’t exactly sure what causes them or why some people get them more than others do. Causes include minor trauma (like biting your cheek), acidic foods and even stress. Canker sores are usually white or yellow with red around the edges. Daktarin oral gel dosage: Babies over 4 months to 2 years old – Apply 1.25ml (1/4 measuring spoon) four times a day after meals. Adults and children over 2 years old – Apply 2.5ml gel (1/2 measuring spoon) four times a day after meals Usually not, but it’s possible. A mouth ulcer that doesn’t go away could be a sign of oral cancer. In most cases of mouth cancer, mouth ulcers appear on or under the tongue. Stoopler ET, et al. Oral mucosal diseases: Evaluation and management. Medical Clinics of North American. 2014;98:1323.