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The effect of Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse, 0.12% on periodontitis has not been determined. An increase in supragingival calculus was noted in clinical testing in users of chlorhexidine gluconate oral rinse compared with control users. It is not known if chlorhexicine gluconate use results in an increase in subgingival calculus. Calculus deposits should be removed by a dental prophylaxis at intervals not greater than six months. Hypersensitivity and generalized allergic reactions have occurred. See CONTRAINDICATIONS.
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16 oz. Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse, 0.12% – Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse, 0.12% is indicated for use between dental visits as part of a professional program for the treatment of gingivitis as characterized by redness and swelling of the gingivae, including gingival bleeding upon probing. Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse, 0.12% has not been tested among patients with acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG). For patients having coexisting gingivitis and periodontitis, see PRECAUTIONS.
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse, 0.12% is an oral rinse containing 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate (1, 1′-hexamethylene bis[5-(p-chlorophenyl) biguanide] di-D-gluconate) in a base containing 11.6% v/v alcohol, FD&C Blue No. 1, glycerin, PEG-40 sorbitan diisostearate, peppermint flavor, sodium saccharin, and purified water. Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse is a near-neutral solution (pH range 5-7). Chlorhexidine gluconate is a salt of chlorhexidine and gluconic acid. Its structural formula is: C22H30Cl2N10•2C6H12O7 MW = 897.8