- Used by dental professionals for treating gingivitis and for oral wound care
Applications:
- Used as part of a professional treatment program for gingivitis between dental visits
- Also prescribed before and after oral surgery to help prevent infection, for managing periodontitis to reduce inflammation and plaque, with oral irrigation devices, and to support healing of oral wounds
Features:
- Active ingredient:
- 0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG), which is a powerful antimicrobial agent
- Formulation:
- Includes water, 11.6% alcohol, glycerin, PEG-40 sorbitan diisostearate, flavor (peppermint oil), sodium saccharin, and FD&C Blue No. 1
- Dosage form:
- A blue, oral rinse liquid
- Packaging:
- Sold in a 16 oz (473mL) bottle
- Flavor:
- Mint
- Gluten-free:
- The product is gluten-free
- Generic equivalent:
- It has the same active ingredient and efficacy as the national brand Peridex and is often prescribed as a generic alternative
- Prescription required:
- This product is a prescription drug and can only be purchased by licensed dental professionals
Contents:
- 16 oz. per bottle
- 12 Bottles per case
