Choline Salicylate + Tannic Acid

Choline Salicylate + Tannic Acid is a combination of two medicines is used to treat mouth ulcers. It reduces the pain, swelling, redness, and burning sensation of the ulcers. It also inhibits the growth of bacteria and helps in the rapid healing of ulcers.

Choline Salicylate + Tannic Acid is strictly advised for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Apply it only on the affected areas of the mouth. It should not be used in excess amount and also avoid swallowing it. In case of accidental contact with your eye, rinse it off with plenty of water.

This medicine is generally safe and does not cause any side effects. However, if you experience any allergic reactions such as itching, swelling, and rashes on application, you should consult a doctor immediately.

• Treatment of Mouth ulcers

Treatment of Mouth ulcers
Mouth ulcers are small painful sores on inner lips, gums, tongue, roof of the mouth or throat that may interfere with eating, drinking and even talking. Choline Salicylate + Tannic Acid blocks chemicals in our brain that are responsible for pain sensation and inflammation. Therefore it provides relief from pain, discomfort and symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling or burning sensation due to mouth ulcers. This makes it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Continue using it as advised by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Orex

• No common side effects seen

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

Choline Salicylate + Tannic Acid is a combination of two medicines: Choline Salicylate and Tannic Acid. Choline Salicylate is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) which cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) in the mouth. Tannic Acid is an astringent which works by forming a protective layer over mouth sores while exerting antiviral and antibacterial effects.

• Choline Salicylate + Tannic Acid is used to treat painful mouth ulcers.
• Using a clean finger to massage the gel onto the sore area, not more than once every 3 hours.
• Avoid eating and drinking immediately after applying Choline Salicylate + Tannic Acid.
• Avoid putting dentures or braces back in the mouth for half an hour after applying the gel in your mouth.
• Use a soft toothbrush after consulting your dentist.
• Avoid spicy foods, acidic fruit drinks, and very salty foods (such as crisps) which can make the pain and sting worse.
• Do not smoke while using Choline Salicylate + Tannic Acid as it might cause some side effects.
• Consult your doctor if your pain does not improve after using this medication for 7-14 days, or if your symptoms get worse.
• Choline Salicylate + Tannic Acid is used to treat painful mouth ulcers.
• Using a clean finger to massage the gel onto the sore area, not more than once every 3 hours.
• Avoid eating and drinking immediately after applying Choline Salicylate + Tannic Acid.
• Avoid putting dentures or braces back in the mouth for half an hour after applying the gel in your mouth.
• Use a soft toothbrush after consulting your dentist.
• Avoid spicy foods, acidic fruit drinks, and very salty foods (such as crisps) which can make the pain and sting worse.
• Do not smoke while using Choline Salicylate + Tannic Acid as it might cause some side effects.
• Consult your doctor if your pain does not improve after using this medication for 7-14 days, or if your symptoms get worse.

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