INTRODUCTION ABOUT REXIDIN M FORTE GEL

REXIDIN M FORTE GEL is a combination of Chlorhexidine, Metronidazole and Lignocaine which belong to the groups of medicines called Antiseptic Antibacterial agents, Nitroimidazoles and Local Anesthetics, respectively. REXIDIN M FORTE GEL is used to manage halitosis, gingivitis, oral stomatitis, pain due to mouth ulcers and food burns. It is also used to manage plaque growth on the teeth.

Halitosis is a condition that occurs due to trapped bacteria on the uneven microscopic surface of the tongue that produces odours, contributing to bad breath in an individual. Gingivitis is a form of gum disease that occurs due to poor hygiene and is generally characterised by symptoms such as swollen and receding gums.

Oral stomatitis is a condition characterised by painful swelling and sores inside the mouth that occur due to an infection, an allergic reaction or irritating foods. Mouth ulcers are small lesions that develop in your mouth or at the base of your gums, which make eating and drinking uncomfortable.

REXIDIN M FORTE GEL is not recommended for use in patients who are allergic to chlorhexidine or metronidazole. lignocaine, methyl hydroxybenzoate, propyl hydroxybenzoate or para-aminobenzoic acid. Before applying REXIDIN M FORTE GEL, inform your doctor if you have traumatised (injured) mucosa, sepsis (a life-threatening infection) in the application site, poor general health, severe liver disease and renal dysfunction and/or a partial or complete heart block.

REXIDIN M FORTE GEL should be used with caution during pregnancy and only if necessary, in breastfeeding women. REXIDIN M FORTE GEL is not recommended for use by children (below 12 years of age). The most common symptoms of applying REXIDIN M FORTE GEL are dry mouth, altered taste sensations (such as metallic taste), discoloured or coated tongue, nausea, vomiting and abdominal discomfort. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms get worse.

USES OF REXIDIN M FORTE GEL

• Manage halitosis, gingivitis, oral stomatitis, pain due to mouth ulcers and food burns
• Prevents plaque growth on the teeth

HOW REXIDIN M FORTE GEL WORKS

REXIDIN M FORTE GEL helps to manage mouth ulcers, halitosis, gingivitis and oral stomatitis and manages plaque growth. Chlorhexidine heals ulcers by decreasing the number of bacteria in the mouth, leading to decreased swelling and redness of the gums, Metronidazole kills bacteria or other microorganisms by damaging their DNA and Lignocaine provides relief from painful mouth sores by forming a protective coating over the mouth sores and blocking their pain signals.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always apply REXIDIN M FORTE GEL, as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. On the affected area, apply a thin layer of this medicine. Managed areas on the face need not be covered with a plaster or bandage. Do not apply REXIDIN M FORTE GEL to your face beyond 5 days. Avoid applying REXIDIN M FORTE GEL around your eyes, including your eyelids.

SIDE EFFECTS OF REXIDIN M FORTE GEL

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Dry mouth:

Try to drink plenty of cold water and sip on cold, unsweetened drinks and use lip balm if your lips are dry. Brush your teeth twice a day and use mouthwash. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom gets worse.

Nausea and vomiting:

Try to take REXIDIN M FORTE GEL with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.

Diarrhoea:

Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to manage diarrhoea. Consult your doctor and inform them if the symptom gets worse.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before applying  REXIDIN M FORTE GEL, inform your doctor, if you are applying  any of the following medicine:

• anticoagulants (used to manage blood clots) such as coumarin derivatives (Ex. warfarin)
• anti-arrhythmic drugs (used to manage a heart rhythm that's too fast or irregular) Ex. amiodarone
• cimetidine (used to manage stomach ulcers)
• beta-blockers (used to manage high blood pressure)
• general anesthesia (used to induce unconsciousness during surgery) Ex. propofol, ketamine
• benzodiazepine, barbiturate (used to manage anxiety and insomnia)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else applies too much of REXIDIN M FORTE GEL or accidentally swallows it, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are circumoral paraesthesia (burning, prickling or itching sensation), numbness of the tongue, light-headedness, hyperacusis (unusual tolerance to ordinary environmental sounds), ringing in the ears, visual disturbance, muscular tremors, generalized & grand mal convulsions (seizures), unconsciousness, hypoxia (low oxygen level), hypercarbia (increased carbon-di-oxide in the blood), apnoea (serious sleep disorder), severe low blood pressure, slow heart rate, irregular heartbeat, arrhythmia and cardiovascular collapse.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep REXIDIN M FORTE GEL out of reach from children
• Store REXIDIN M FORTE GEL at room temperature