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Peridex contains chlorhexidine gluconate, a prescription antiseptic mouth rinse. Your dentist may prescribe it as part of a professional dental-care program to reduce bacteria in your mouth and treat gingivitis.
Peridex is mainly used to treat gingivitis, an early form of gum disease. Gingivitis develops when plaque and bacteria collect around the teeth and along the gumline.
Common signs of gingivitis include:
Peridex reduces the amount of bacteria in your mouth. This can help decrease gum redness, swelling, and bleeding while your gums heal.
Periodontitis is a more advanced form of gum disease that can damage the gums, tissues, and bone supporting your teeth. Over time, untreated periodontitis can cause loose teeth or tooth loss.
Peridex is not specifically approved as a stand-alone treatment for periodontitis. However, your dentist may recommend it when gingivitis and periodontitis occur together or as part of a broader periodontal treatment plan. Professional cleaning, scaling and root planing, and regular dental follow-up may still be necessary.
Your dentist may prescribe Peridex when extra control of oral bacteria is needed. It may be useful when painful or sensitive gums make regular cleaning difficult or when your dentist wants to reduce plaque and bacteria between dental visits.
Peridex does not replace brushing, flossing, professional dental cleanings, or regular dental examinations. It should be used together with the oral-care routine recommended by your dentist.
Peridex belongs to a group of medications called antiseptics. Chlorhexidine attaches to surfaces inside your mouth, including the teeth, gums, and oral tissues. It damages bacterial cell membranes and reduces the number of bacteria that contribute to plaque and gum inflammation.
Because chlorhexidine remains active in the mouth for some time after rinsing, it can continue helping control bacteria between doses.
Peridex can control bacteria and improve symptoms of gingivitis, but it does not remove hardened tartar from your teeth. Only a dental professional can remove tartar through professional cleaning.
It also does not repair bone or tissue that has already been damaged by advanced gum disease. More extensive dental treatment may be required if you have periodontitis.
Peridex treatment is usually started after a professional dental cleaning. Your dentist may also recommend follow-up cleanings and examinations while you are using it. The official prescribing information recommends regular reassessment and professional cleaning at intervals of no longer than six months.
Use Peridex exactly as directed by your dentist or healthcare provider. The usual instructions are to rinse with 15 mL of undiluted solution for 30 seconds twice daily, usually after brushing in the morning and evening. Spit the solution out after rinsing and do not swallow it.
Do not immediately rinse your mouth with water or another mouthwash, brush your teeth again, or eat after using Peridex, unless your dentist gives you different instructions. These actions may reduce the amount of medication that remains in your mouth.
Peridex should only be used for the length of time recommended by your dentist. Contact your dentist if your gum symptoms become worse, do not improve, or return after treatment.
Peridex is a prescription mouth rinse that contains 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate. It helps reduce bacteria in the mouth and is commonly used to treat gingivitis. Use it exactly as directed by your dentist or healthcare provider.
The usual dose is 15 mL, which is approximately one capful. Use Peridex twice a day, usually once in the morning and once in the evening.
Your dentist may recommend using it after breakfast and again before bedtime. Follow the schedule provided by your dentist, as your instructions may differ depending on your dental condition.
Brush and floss your teeth before using Peridex, unless your dentist gives you different instructions.
Measure 15 mL of the solution using the supplied cap or another accurate measuring device. Do not estimate the dose using a household spoon.
Place the undiluted solution in your mouth and swish it gently around your teeth and gums for 30 seconds. Make sure the rinse reaches the areas around your gumline.
Spit the solution out after 30 seconds. Do not swallow Peridex.
Use Peridex at full strength. Do not mix it with water, another mouthwash, toothpaste, or any other liquid unless your dentist specifically tells you to do so.
Diluting or mixing the solution may reduce the amount of chlorhexidine that comes into contact with your gums and may make the treatment less effective.
After rinsing with Peridex, avoid rinsing your mouth with water or another mouthwash. You should also avoid brushing your teeth again, eating, or drinking for at least 30 minutes.
Waiting before eating, drinking, or rinsing allows the medication to remain on your teeth and gums long enough to continue working.
Do not rinse away the medication immediately, even if you notice a strong taste in your mouth. The taste may become less noticeable as you continue treatment.
Use Peridex twice daily or as directed by your dentist. Try to use it at approximately the same times each day to help you remember your doses.
Do not use more than 15 mL at a time, use it more frequently, or continue treatment longer than prescribed. Using extra Peridex will not make it work faster and may increase the risk of side effects, including tooth staining, changes in taste, or increased tartar buildup.
Use the missed dose when you remember, unless it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. If your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.
Do not use two doses at the same time to make up for a missed dose.
Peridex should not replace regular brushing, flossing, professional dental cleanings, or dental examinations. Continue following the oral-care routine recommended by your dentist.
Keep the solution out of the reach of children. Contact a healthcare provider or poison control centre if a large amount is accidentally swallowed.
Speak with your dentist if your gum symptoms do not improve, become worse, or return after treatment. Your dentist may need to examine your gums or adjust your dental-care plan.
Peridex (Chlorhexidine Gluconate) is available in the following forms and strengths:
Peridex can help reduce bacteria and gum inflammation, but it may also cause changes in the appearance or taste of your mouth. Continue good oral hygiene and attend regular dental appointments while using this medication.
Peridex may cause brown or yellow staining on the teeth, tongue, dentures, crowns, bridges, or certain dental fillings. The risk of staining may increase with longer use.
Regular brushing and flossing may help limit surface buildup, but they may not completely prevent staining. Some stains cannot be removed with ordinary brushing and may require professional cleaning or polishing by a dentist or dental hygienist.
Tell your dentist if you notice noticeable staining, especially if it becomes difficult to remove or affects dental work. Do not stop using Peridex without first speaking with your dentist unless you develop signs of a serious reaction.
Peridex may temporarily affect your sense of taste. The rinse itself can taste bitter, and some people notice that food or drinks taste different after using it.
You may experience:
Taste changes are often temporary and may improve as your body adjusts or after treatment ends. Speak with your dentist if the changes are severe, do not improve, or make it difficult for you to eat or drink normally.
Before using Peridex, tell your dentist, healthcare provider, or pharmacist if you have ever had an allergic reaction to chlorhexidine or another mouth rinse.
The product may contain inactive ingredients, such as flavourings, dyes, sweeteners, preservatives, or alcohol, depending on the manufacturer. These ingredients may cause irritation or an allergic reaction in some people.
Stop using Peridex and seek immediate medical attention if you develop:
A serious allergic reaction is uncommon, but it can occur even if you have used chlorhexidine before without a problem.
Peridex reduces bacteria associated with gingivitis, but it may increase the buildup of tartar, also called dental calculus, on the teeth in some people. Tartar is hardened plaque that cannot be removed by ordinary brushing or flossing.
This does not mean the medication is making your gum disease worse. However, tartar can irritate the gums and may need to be removed during a professional dental cleaning.
Peridex does not replace brushing, flossing, or professional dental care. Unless your dentist gives you different instructions, continue to:
Your dentist may adjust your brushing technique, toothpaste, or cleaning schedule to reduce staining and tartar buildup while you are using Peridex.
Speak with your dentist if you develop persistent mouth irritation, severe taste changes, heavy staining, increased tartar, mouth sores, or worsening gum symptoms.
You should also contact your dentist if your gums continue to bleed, swell, or feel painful despite using Peridex as directed. These symptoms may mean that you need additional dental treatment or a professional cleaning.
No. Peridex is a prescription mouth rinse and is not available over the counter. A dentist or healthcare provider must prescribe it.
Yes. Peridex may cause temporary brown or yellow staining of the teeth, tongue, dentures, fillings, or other dental surfaces. Regular brushing and flossing may help, but some staining may need to be removed during a professional dental cleaning.
Peridex is usually used twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. Measure 15 mL of the undiluted rinse, swish it around your mouth for 30 seconds, and then spit it out. Use Peridex after brushing and flossing unless your dentist gives you different instructions. Do not swallow the rinse.
Speak with your dentist or healthcare provider before using Peridex if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your healthcare provider will decide whether the benefits of treatment outweigh any possible risks.
Peridex may be prescribed to a child when a dentist or healthcare provider determines that it is appropriate. Children must be able to rinse and spit out the medication without swallowing it. Do not give Peridex to a child unless a dental professional or healthcare provider has provided specific instructions.
Store Peridex at room temperature and protect it from excessive heat, freezing, and direct light. Keep the bottle tightly closed and store it out of the sight and reach of children.
| Generic name: | Chlorhexidine Gluconate |
|---|---|
| Formulation: | Liquid |
| Strength(s): | 0.12% |
| Quantities Available: | 475mL |
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When ordering Peridex (chlorhexidine gluconate) from a Canadian pharmacy, you can typically purchase up to a 90-day supply at one time, which is common for prescription medications to ensure adequate management of chronic conditions without frequent refills.
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Dosage and Quantity: Peridex is available in a 0.12% concentration in a 475 mL bottle. The usual dosage involves using 15 mL of undiluted Peridex twice daily, totaling 30 mL per day.
For a 90-day supply, you can order up to 6 bottles of Peridex (30 mL/day × 90 days = 2700 mL; 2700 mL / 475 mL = 5.68).
No, we do not sell chlorhexidine gluconate directly on our website. However, you can still enjoy competitive prices on Peridex, which contains chlorhexidine gluconate as its active ingredient. To purchase Peridex, you will need a valid prescription from your healthcare provider. We require this prescription to dispense the medication. You can submit your prescription by mail, fax, or upload it through your online account for convenient processing.
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