{"id":7061,"date":"2021-02-11T10:27:38","date_gmt":"2021-02-11T10:27:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=7061"},"modified":"2021-06-01T09:55:15","modified_gmt":"2021-06-01T09:55:15","slug":"corsodyl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/corsodyl\/","title":{"rendered":"Corsodyl &#8211; Chlorhexidine Digluconate uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p> 1%\u00a0oral\u00a0gel<br>chlorhexidine\u00a0digluconate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. WHAT CORSODYL IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Corsodyl is a bactericidal oral care product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Corsodyl is used as a bactericide before and after oral surgery.&nbsp;Temporarily in&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;of the oral mucosa of prosthetic wearers.&nbsp;Furthermore, Corsodyl is used when toothbrushing is difficult, such as short-term illness, accidents, severe caries,&nbsp;gingivitis,&nbsp;and&nbsp;tooth loss.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. BEFORE YOU USE CORSODYL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Corsodyl<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>if you are allergic to&nbsp;chlorhexidine&nbsp;or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take special care with Corsodyl<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Corsodyl should not be swallowed.&nbsp;Spit out any excess.<\/li><li>Avoid contact with eyes and ears.&nbsp;If Corsodyl accidentally gets in your eyes, rinse immediately and thoroughly with water.<\/li><li>The treatment must be combined with mechanical bacterial coating and tartar removal.<\/li><li>For long-term use only according to a doctor&#8217;s or dentist&#8217;s prescription.<\/li><li>Stop using Corsodyl and seek medical attention immediately if you get a rash, or if your lips, tongue, throat, or face swell up, or if you have difficulty breathing.<\/li><li>Stop using Corsodyl and talk to your dentist if your mouth becomes sore or irritated.<\/li><li>Temporary discoloration of teeth and tongue may occur.&nbsp;The discoloration can be prevented by limiting the intake of foods that can discolor, such as tea, coffee, and red wine.&nbsp;The discoloration can be reduced with the help of toothbrushing, but in some cases, mechanical polishing by a dentist \/ dental hygienist is also needed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use of other medicines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor, dentist, or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No known risks when used during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No known risks when using during breast-feeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no known effect of Corsodyl on the ability to drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important information about some of the ingredients of Corsodyl<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Corsodyl contains macrogol glycerol hydroxy stearate which may cause skin reactions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. HOW TO USE CORSODYL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use Corsodyl exactly according to your doctor&#8217;s or dentist&#8217;s instructions.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor, dentist, or pharmacist.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Used 1-2 times daily in the same way as regular toothpaste.&nbsp;About 2 cm of&nbsp;gel is applied to the toothbrush and brushing should take place for at least 1 minute.&nbsp;Spit out any excess.&nbsp;Do not rinse your mouth after applying&nbsp;the gel.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;should not be exceeded.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prosthesis wearers with&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;of the oral mucosa should apply&nbsp;the gel&nbsp;directly to the sore surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Corsodyl was used after toothbrushing with toothpaste and not before.&nbsp;The mouth should be rinsed thoroughly with water after brushing.&nbsp;Otherwise, remnants of the toothpaste can counteract the effects of&nbsp;chlorhexidine.&nbsp;Discoloration of the teeth can occur but can often be counteracted by using Corsodyl, for example in the evening and regular toothpaste in the morning.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Corsodyl should only be used in children under 12 years of age on the recommendation of a dentist or doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more Corsodyl than you should&nbsp;<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, dentist, or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, Corsodyl can cause&nbsp;side effects,&nbsp;although not everybody gets them.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Serious&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stop using Corsodyl and contact a doctor, emergency room or call 112 immediately if you experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Anaphylaxis:&nbsp;hypersensitivity reaction&nbsp;with fever, rash, swelling, and sometimes drop in blood pressure<\/li><li>Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat<\/li><li>Difficulty swallowing<\/li><li>Breathing difficulties<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;have been reported in an unknown number of users but are considered to occur very rarely.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;ar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The coating on the tongue<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This&nbsp;side effect&nbsp;is&nbsp;<em>very common<\/em>&nbsp;(may affect more than 1 user in 10).<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Dry mouth<\/li><li>Change of taste experience<\/li><li>Burning sensation on the tongue<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are&nbsp;<em>common<\/em>&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 10 people).<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Discoloration of teeth and tongue<\/li><li>Irritation and\/or swelling in the mouth<\/li><li>Inflammation&nbsp;of the parotid gland<\/li><li>Skin irritation<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;have been reported in an unknown number of users but are considered to occur very rarely.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The discoloration of the tongue is not harmful and disappears after the end of treatment.&nbsp;If necessary, discoloration of teeth can be polished off.&nbsp;Changes in the taste experience and a burning sensation on the tongue may occur when treatment is started, but these effects usually diminish with continued use.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If any of the&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;gets serious, or if you notice any&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor, dentist, or pharmacist.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.&nbsp;This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.&nbsp;You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency,&nbsp;www.lakemedelsverket.se.&nbsp;By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.&nbsp;Postal address<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. HOW TO STORE CORSODYL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep out of sight and reach of children.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Used before the expiry date which is stated on the tube and carton after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. FURTHER INFORMATION<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance is chlorhexidine digluconate 10 mg \/ g.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other ingredients are hydroxypropyl cellulose, macrogol glycerol hydroxy stearate, sodium acetate, levomenthol, peppermint oil, isopropyl alcohol, and purified water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Corsodyl is a clear, colorless&nbsp;gel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pack size: 50 g tube.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Holder of a marketing authorization<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare ApS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PO Box 61<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2610 R\u00f8dovre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tel: 020-10 05 79<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Email: scanda.consumer-relations@gsk.com<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Purna Pharmaceuticals NV<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rijksweg 17,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2870 Puurs,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Belgium<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Corsodyl is a bactericidal oral care product. Corsodyl is used as a bactericide before and after oral surgery. Temporarily in inflammation of the oral mucosa of prosthetic wearers. 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