Meoral 5%+1% (Oral Solution)

6 ml pack: ৳ 60.18

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Rhubarb extract salicylic acid
Company Opsonin pharma ltd

Indications

  • Treatment of acute and chronic inflammations of the mucosas of the mouth, gums, and throat
  • Aphthous Ulcer
  • Cold Sore
  • Gingivitis
  • Periodontitis
  • Dental Hypersensitivity
  • Dental Plaque
  • Denture Irritation

Composition

  • Rhubarb extract BP 0.05 gm
  • Salicylic acid BP 0.01 gm
  • Anthraquinone glycosides 0.005 gm

Description

  • Exerts anti-inflammatory action in cases of inflammatory infections on the mucosa of the mouth, gums, or throat
  • Analgesic properties for rapidly suppressing pains and sensitivity of tissue
  • Allows rapid resumption of normal physiological functions of mucosa
  • Easy and painless use
  • Well tolerated by individuals sensitive to iodine

Pharmacology

  • Salicylic acid blocks the action of cyclo-oxygenase
  • Anthraquinone glycosides relieve inflammation
  • Well absorbed into the oral mucosa

Dosage & Administration

  • To be applied to the inflamed oral mucosa 3 to 4 times daily using the provided brush
  • Avoid rinsing the mouth or eating for 15 minutes after application
  • Cap should be closed immediately after every use
  • Special dosage recommendations for children

Interaction

  • No known interactions documented

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to any of the constituents

Side Effects

  • Transient local burning sensation at the site of application
  • Temporary discoloration of teeth or oral mucosa

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Caution in prescribing to pregnant women due to unknown potential risk
  • A decision on whether to continue breastfeeding should be made taking into account the benefit of breast-feeding to the child and benefit of oral solution therapy to the woman

Precautions & Warnings

  • Each bottle should be used by only one person

Overdose Effects

  • Unlikely overdose associated with local application
  • Systemic overdose may lead to abdominal cramping, diarrhea, and salicylism

Therapeutic Class

  • Oral preparations

Storage Conditions

  • Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light

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