Benzydamine
Uses
Benzydamine is used in the treatment of myalgia.
How it Works
Benzydamine is known as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and a painkiller. Benzydamine works by works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers and thus reduces pain and discomfort which are associated with sore throat or mouth conditions such as ulcers and sore throats.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Benzydamine can include the symptoms below;
Abdominal pain,
Epigastric pain,
Flatulence,
Constipation,
Diarrhoea,
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Indigestion
Chlorhexidine Gluconate
Uses
Chlorhexidine Gluconate is used in the treatment of inflammation of gums and bad odor from mouth.
How it Works
Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic that fights bacteria causing the inflammation by attacking the bacterial cell wall thus killing the bacterial cells.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Chlorhexidine Gluconate include the symptoms below;
Altered taste,
Application site irritation,
Blistering, burning, itching of skin
Teeth discolouration