Benzydamine Mouth prep

Indications

Benzydamine Mouth prep is used for: Pain or irritation of the mouth and throat, Acute Pharyngitis, Radiation-Associated Mucositis

Adult Dose

Mouth/Throat Pain or irritation of the mouth and throat, Acute pharyngitis Adult: Rinse or gargle 15 ml of a 0.15% solution (diluted with water if stinging occurs) every 1-3 hr for not >7 days. Radiation-Associated Mucositis Gargle or rinse 15 mL in mouth (for 30 seconds, followed by expulsion from mouth) 3-4 times per day Begin treatment 1 day prior to radiation therapy and continue daily during treatment

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

Hypersensitivity.

Precautions

May cause burning sensation in patients with compromised mucosal integrity Renal impairment Lactation: excretion in milk unknown; use with caution

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Benzydamine Mouth prep : 1-10% Burning /stinging sensation,Nausea/vomiting,Numbness Frequency Not Defined Cough,Drowsiness,Dry mouth,Headache,Pharyngeal irritation

Mechanism of Action

Benzydamine has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Local anesthetic & anti-inflammatory; reduces pain an inflammation