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Amlexanox Mucous Membrane
IMPORTANT NOTE: 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.
AMLEXANOX – MUCOUS MEMBRANE
(am-LEX-uh-nox)
COMMON BRAND NAME: Aphthalsol
USES: This medication is used to treat mouth ulcers.
HOW TO USE: Apply a thin layer of the medication to the affected area as soon as possible after noticing the ulcer. Generally the drug is used four times daily. It is best used after brushing/flossing following meals and at bedtime. With gentle pressure, dab the paste onto each ulcer in the mouth with a fingertip. Continue use until the ulcer heals. Healing or pain control should occur within 10 days. If not, contact your dentist. Wash hands immediately after applying the medication.
SIDE EFFECTS: Pain, stinging or burning in the affected area of the mouth may occur. If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Very unlikely but report immediately: rash, severe mouth irritation, nausea, diarrhea. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Before using this drug, tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies (especially drug allergies). Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication. It is not known if this drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all nonprescription or prescription medication you may use. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms of overdose may include diarrhea and vomiting.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not “double-up” the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture.
Brand Name Amlexanox Mucous Membrane drugs
Generic AMLEXANOX - MUCOUS MEMBRANE drugs
- Amlexanox Mucous Mem