Eludril
Mouthwash
Please read this carefully before you start to take your medicine. This leaflet provides a summary of the information about your medicine. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything ask your doctor, dentist or pharmacist.
The name of this medicine is Eludril mouthwash.
What is in this medicine?
The active ingredients of Eludril mouthwash are:
- Chlorhexidine gluconate BP…………………………………….0.1% w/v
- Chlorobutanol hydrochloride EP………………………………..0.5% w/v
This solution also contains poloxamer, ethanol, sorbitol, menthol, methyl and propyl parahydroxybenzoates, mint essence and purified water.
Eludril mouthwash is an oromucosal solution supplied in bottles of 90, 250 and 500ml.
Eludril mouthwash is an antibacterial solution for oral use.
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What is this medicine for?
Eludril mouthwash is an antibacterial solution which inhibits dental plaque formation.
Eludril mouthwash is indicated as an aid in the treatment and prevention of gum inflammation along with the maintenance of oral hygiene, In particular, it is effective in situations where toothbrushing is difficult, for instance, following oral surgery, or in physically or mentally handicapped patients.
This medicine is a disinfectant for the cleansing of removable dentures.
Eludril Mouthwash is also suitable in the management of common mouth ulcers and oral candidal infections (fungus infection), and may be used as an adjuvant treatment for minor infections of the throat.
Before taking this medicine:
- Eludril mouthwash should not be used in patients sensitive to either of the active ingredients.
This medicine is for oral use only. Keep it out of the eyes, do not swallow.
- One of the active ingredients of Eludril mouthwash is incompatible with some agents which are usually present in conventional dentifrices; therefore, the solution should be used after usual toothbrushing and thorough rinsing of the mouth.
- This medicine is not suitable for use in infants.
Taking this medicine:
- As a mouthwash or gargle dilute 10 to 15ml of Eludril solution in the measuring-cup provided for this purpose and fill with lukewarm water up to the upper line and use it 2 or 3 times a day.
- As a disinfectant for removable dentures, prepare a 1 in 3 dilution of Eludril mouthwash with water. The dentures previously cleansed should be soaked in the solution for one hour.
If symptoms persist consult your doctor or dentist.
If you or someone else takes a large amount (for example a whole bottle) of Eludril, tell your doctor or pharmacist or got to the nearest hospital casualty department immediately.
Whilst taking this medicine:
Eludril mouthwash is well tolerated but if you experience any unusual symptoms, advise your doctor, dentist or pharmacist immediately.
Do not take this medicine after the expiry date which you will find on the box and on the label of the bottle.
Store away from light, at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.
Date of last revision of leaflet: November 2000.
This leaflet does not contain all the information about your medicine. Pharmaceutical companies are not able to discuss your personal medical case. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything ask your doctor, dentist or pharmacist.
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