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Aphthasol (Amlexanox 5%) 5gm ointment 1 tube |
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Aphthasol (Amlexanox 5%)
5gm ointment 2 tube |
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The
following information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be
construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using this drug.
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Aphthasol / Amlexanox Use Indication:
Aphthasol
comes as a beige-colored paste. Aphthasol / Amlexanox should be used as soon as
possible after noticing symptoms of an ulcer. Amlexanox is usually
applied four times a day, following brushing and flossing after
breakfast, lunch, dinner, and at bedtime. Squeeze 1/4 inch of the paste
on your finger. With gentle pressure, dab Aphthasol / Amlexanox onto each ulcer in
the mouth. Wash hands immediately after using Aphthasol / Amlexanox. Amlexanox is
only used until the ulcer has healed, usually within 10 days. Contact
your physician or dentist if significant healing has not occurred within
10 days.
Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your
doctor, dentist, or pharmacist to explain any part you do not
understand. Use Aphthasol / Amlexanox exactly as directed. Do not use more or less
of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor or dentist.
Aphthasol /
Amlexanox
Medication Side Effects:
Although side effects from Aphthasol are not
common, they can occur. Tell your doctor or dentist if any of these
symptoms are severe or do not go away:
slight pain, stinging, or burning of the skin that comes and goes
nausea
diarrhea
If you experience the following symptom, call your doctor or dentist
immediately:
rash
Precautions on using Aphthasol / Amlexanox Medication
Before using
Aphthasol,
tell your doctor or dentist and pharmacist if you are allergic to
Aphthasol / Amlexanox or any other drugs.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription
medications you are taking, including vitamins and herbal products.
tell your doctor or dentist if you are pregnant, plan to become
pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using
amlexanox, call your doctor or dentist..
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