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Amlexanox medicine 40mg is used to support the treatment of mouth ulcers. Medicines taken by mouth can cause reactions such as allergies, rashes, etc. To use the drug effectively and avoid unwanted side effects, you can refer to the information in the following article. .
1. Uses of the drug Amlexanox
Amlexanox is commonly used to treat sores around the mouth. Sores, or commonly known as ulcers, have many causes. Most people with this symptom will recover in 7 to 10 days. However, when combined with Amlexanox, the recovery time will be shortened.
Amlexanox is used in the oral cavity. You can consult with your doctor in advance about how to use it. The drug is prescribed as soon as the patient has pain caused by stomatitis. Patients will use it about 4 times a day and maintain it regularly. After the wound heals, the patient can stop taking the drug based on the doctor's prescription.
2. Dosage and how to use Amlexanox
2.1 Amlexanox dosage Amlexanox oral medication with a concentration of 5% is often used to apply to ulcers. People with recurrent relapses should use the drug about 4 times a day on the ulcer area until the mouth ulcer has completely healed before being allowed to stop using it.
For young children, studies have not shown positive results regarding the ability to treat and the appropriate dose. Parents should take their children to see a doctor to assess and prescribe the right medical condition.
2.2 How to use Amlexanox medicine Amlexanox medicine will maximize its essential uses after you clean your teeth. Therefore, you should use it after meals or before going to bed. When using the medicine, you should wash your hands thoroughly, then clean the mouth ulcer and dry it with a clean cloth. Take the medicine on your hand with a pea and apply it to the sores. Proceed with all sores around the mouth then wash hands thoroughly with soap.
While taking the medicine should avoid getting the medicine into the eyes. When the drug accidentally gets into your eyes, you should rinse it with water to dilute the concentration of the drug. Medicines can be used regularly and you need to note that you need to take them regularly to ensure they work. Ideally, try to take it at fixed times of the day.
3. Precautions and indications for Amlexanox 40 mg
3.1 How to store Amlexanox 40mg medicine A well-preserved medicine will ensure its quality and medicinal properties when used. Therefore, you should keep the medicine in a cool place. Avoid exposing the medicine to direct sunlight, placing it in a humid place or a refrigerator, including the freezer compartment. How to store the medicine will be specified on the package, you can ask your doctor if necessary.
The drug has expired or is no longer in use and needs to be disposed of appropriately. Avoid throwing medicine indiscriminately, put it in the toilet. You should consult a pharmacist or consult a doctor for the best method of handling the drug.
3.2 Subjects with contraindications and limitations can not use Amlexanox. Women during pregnancy or postpartum period have not yet had a risk analysis related to the risk of the drug. Therefore, you need to pay attention before taking the drug to ensure the risk of affecting the fetus. Studies are also concerned that breastfeeding mothers taking the drug will cause the drug to pass into the milk, causing adverse effects for the infant. Therefore, it is best to use the drug only when prescribed by a doctor and weighing the benefits and risks.
3.3 Other notes about Amlexanox Inform your dentist or doctor about your personal history of allergies and if allergies run in the family. Provide sufficient medical history and information about current medications including prescription and nonprescription drugs. Inform the doctor if the patient is planning to become pregnant or is nursing a small child. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant and have been prescribed Amlexanox.
4. Unexpected reactions of the drug Amlexanox
After using Amlexanox, you may experience some allergic reactions such as: Shortness of breath; Swelling of the face and adjacent parts.
These manifestations are quite dangerous, can not be subjective, please quickly contact the medical agency for timely emergency. In addition, if you detect dangerous symptoms, you should notify your doctor about stopping using the drug quickly:
Rash under the skin Appears more sores around the mouth White spots in the mouth or on the lips Persistent pain and discomfort Mild side effects can be short-term when the drug is first used. However, every patient's body is not the same. So there may be many more dangerous side effects that have not been discovered. Patients should monitor their health and carefully ask their doctor about the possibility of side effects according to their own medical records.
5. What drug interactions Amlexanox causes?
Currently there is no specific information on drugs that interact with Amlexanox. However, patients should still avoid using foods containing alcohol or stimulants to ensure health. Almost no good drug interactions have an effect on the body falling into a state of weakened immune system.
Amlexanox medicine 40mg is used to support the treatment of mouth ulcers. Medicines taken by mouth can cause reactions such as allergies, rashes, etc. To use the drug effectively, to avoid unwanted side effects, use the drug as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. specialist.
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