Chlorhexidine is incompatible with certain ingredients of conventional toothpastes. For this reason, after using toothpaste to brush your teeth, you should rinse your mouth with water and wait five minutes before you use this spray. Or, use the spray at a different time of day to when you brush your teeth. The normal adult dose is appropriate for elderly patients and children of 12 years and over unless otherwise recommended by the dentist or the physician.

Talk to a doctor or pharmacist if this bothers you or does not go away. Common side effects with sore throat and dental treatments Corsodyl is incompatible with anionic agents which are usually present in conventional dentifrices. These should therefore be used before Corsodyl (rinsing the mouth between applications) or at a different time of day.

Corsodyl 0.2% Mouthwash is incompatible with anionic agents which are usually present in conventional dentifrices. These should therefore be used before Corsodyl 0.2% Mouthwash (rinsing the mouth between applications) or at a different time of day. Chlorhexidine has also been shown to prevent the formation and build-up of plaque on teeth, which helps prevent inflammation of the gums (gingivitis). Using the mouthwash is particularly useful when toothbrushing is a problem, for example following dental surgery. How do I use Corsodyl mouthwash? Stop using chlorhexidine dental treatments and speak to a dentist, doctor or pharmacist if your mouth is: Put a small amount of gel onto your fingertip or a cotton bud. Gently wipe it across the surface of your mouth ulcer, gum or the sore part of your mouth.

To manage mouth inflammation caused by denture rubbing, the dentures should also be sprayed with Corsodyl spray after cleaning. You should read the patient information leaflet that is supplied with Corsodyl mouthwash bottle for more information about side effects associated with it. You can find a copy of this here Can I take other medicines while using Corsodyl mouthwash?

For the treatment of dental stomatitis the dentures should be cleaned and then sprayed with Corsodyl spray. To manage mouth inflammation caused by denture rubbing, the dentures should be cleaned and soaked in the mouthwash for 15 minutes twice a day. Pour 10ml into the measuring cup. Rinse the mouthwash around your mouth for about 1 minute. Spit out the mouthwash, do not swallow it. If you have any of the following symptoms, it may be a sign of a more serious infection. Stop using chlorhexidine sore throat treatments and speak to a doctor if you:

Common side effects happen in more than 1 in 100 people. They're usually mild and do not last long. If you forget your chlorhexidine dental or sore throat treatment, use it as soon as you remember, unless it's nearly time for your next dose. In this case, just skip the missed dose and have your next one as normal. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with Corsodyl mouthwash. Just because a side effect is stated here doesn't mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.Yes - Corsodyl spray is not known to affect other medicines. Other medicines containing the same active ingredient Thoroughly rinse the mouth for about one minute with 10 ml twice daily. Spit out after use. In the dental surgery the patient should be instructed to rinse the mouth for one minute prior to treatment. Temporary staining of the teeth. This can normally be removed by brushing. You can avoid staining by not drinking tea, coffee or red wine - especially one hour after use, and by brushing daily with toothpaste (see usage instructions.) If staining continues it can be removed with a scale and polish from your dentist or hygienist. You can clean your dentures with denture cleaners It is available to buy from pharmacies and is often prescribed by dentists to treat or prevent gum disease. If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard . By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.