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Ulcers, swelling of the mouth are conditions that cause extremely uncomfortable pain, significantly affecting the quality of life of the sufferer. To make eating more comfortable, the doctor may prescribe Gelclair to create a coating on the inside of the mouth and reduce irritation. So what does Gelclair do?
1. What is the effect of Gelclair?
Gelclair is a medicine used to relieve pain caused by mouth ulcers (canker sores) and swelling caused by various causes including: chemotherapy, radiation therapy, dental surgery, mouth ulcers installed by dental instruments. in the mouth or due to other diseases. Gelclair helps relieve pain quickly, helping patients eat more comfortably.
Gelclair works by forming a protective coating on the inside of the mouth that helps to cover up the damage caused by irritation, while also contributing to moisturizing, helping to promote wound healing. out faster.
2. Instructions for using Gelclair
User needs to open the pack of Gelclair and pour the entire gel into a glass, then add 1 full spoonful (about 15 ml) of water and stir the mixture well. If the liquid is too thick, the patient can add 1-2 tablespoons (15-30 ml) of water. Rinse your mouth thoroughly with the liquid mixture for at least 1 minute or as long as possible, then spit it out.
Patients need to use Gelclair regularly 3 times a day or as directed by the doctor. Patients should not eat or drink water for at least 1 hour after using Gelclair. Alternatively, Gelclair can be used by applying the gel directly to the wound without mixing it with water. Inform the doctor if the patient's condition does not improve after 7 days of treatment with Gelclair.
3. Side effects of Gelclair
Doctors prescribe Gelclair to patients after assessing that the benefit to the patient outweighs the risk of side effects, so there are many people who use Gelclair without experiencing any side effects. what serious.
It is very unlikely that a serious allergic reaction to Gelclair will occur, however, patients should seek immediate medical attention if symptoms of a serious allergic reaction occur such as: rash, itching, swelling in the face/tongue/throat, dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects with Gelclair. If you notice other side effects of Gelclair not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
4. Notes when using Gelclair
Before using Gelclair, you should tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to the drug or if you have any other allergies in the past. Gelclair medicinal products may contain inactive ingredients that cause allergic reactions or other problems.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using Gelclair. There are no studies on whether Gelclair passes into breast milk, so consult your doctor before giving it to a nursing woman.
Patients' health care professionals are often very concerned with possible drug interactions with Gelclair and instruct patients to monitor them for such interactions. Therefore, patients should not arbitrarily start, stop or change the dosage of any medicines taken with Gelclair without consulting their doctor or pharmacist.
Before using Gelclair, the patient should also tell the doctor or pharmacist about all herbal products, prescription and non-prescription drugs that the patient is using.
Store Gelclair at room temperature, out of direct sunlight, do not keep Gelclair in the refrigerator, do not use any torn or damaged package. Over time, the gel inside the Gelclair pack may become a little thicker or darker in color, but you can still use it as long as it hasn't reached its expiration date.
Gelclair is a medicine used to relieve pain from mouth ulcers (canker sores) and swelling from other causes. In order for the drug to be most effective, the patient must follow the doctor's instructions exactly.
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Reference source: webmd.com