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Hexetidine
Adverse Effects
Allergic contact dermatitis, alterations in taste, and transient anaesthesia have occasionally been reported.
Uses and Administration
Hexetidine is a bactericidal and fungicidal antiseptic. It is used for minor infections of mucous membranes, and in particular as a 0.1% mouthwash for local infections and oral hygiene.
Oral hygiene.
A mouthwash containing 0.1% hexetidine was no more effective than placebo in the management of patients with aphthous ulceration and provided no additional benefits to oral hygiene or gingival health. However, such a mouthwash does appear to be of benefit in reducing supragingival plaque and gingival inflammation.
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