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Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm contains ‘Amlexanox’, which helps treat mouth ulcers inside your lips, gums, the roof of the mouth or throat, and tongue. Amlexanox reduces pain, swelling, and inflammation by blocking the action of chemical substances that cause inflammation. It also forms a protective layer over the ulcer allowing it to heal faster.
Wash your hands immediately after using Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm. Make sure Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm does not get into the eyes. If it accidentally enters your eyes, rinse it with water thoroughly.
Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm is usually well-tolerated and may cause mild and temporary side effects when used at recommended doses. Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm may cause side effects such as pain, stinging, or burning sensation at the application site. Inform your physician if any of these side effects persist or get worsen.
If the mouth ulcers last longer than 3 weeks, present in unusually large size, become painful, bleed, or frequently develop, consult your physician immediately.
Avoid eating within 1 hour after using Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm. It is recommended to take Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm after meals to avoid swallowing the medicine unless otherwise advised by your physician.
Alcohol
Not applicable
Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm may not interact with alcohol.
Pregnancy
Caution
Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm is a category B medicine and may not cause any harmful effects to the fetus. However, there is insufficient evidence to establish the safety of Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm in pregnancy. If you are pregnant, inform your physician before using Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm. Your physician will weigh the benefits and risks before recommending it.
Breast Feeding
Caution
There is insufficient evidence to establish the safety of Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm in breastfeeding mothers. If you are breastfeeding, inform your physician before using Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm. Your physician will weigh the benefits and risks before recommending it.
Driving
Not applicable
Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm does not affect your ability to drive.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm is probably safe when used in patients with liver diseases.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm is probably safe when used in patients with kidney diseases.
Children
Caution
There is no sufficient evidence to establish the safe use of Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm in children. So, it should be used with caution in children below 12 years of age.
About Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm
Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm belongs to a group of medications called ‘anti-inflammatory agents’ used to treat mouth ulcers. Mouth ulcers, also known as canker sores or aphthous ulcers, are small, painful lesions that develop in the mouth or at the base of gums, roof of the mouth or throat, and tongue. These can make you uncomfortable while eating, drinking, and talking. They are not contagious and usually heal within weeks.
Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm contains ‘Amlexanox’ and belongs to a class of medications called ‘anti-inflammatory agents'. It reduces pain, redness, swelling, and inflammation by blocking the production of chemical substances that cause inflammation. It also forms a protective covering over the sores. This effect allows the ulcers to heal faster.
Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm is available in the form of an oral paste. You should take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm may not cause any side effects in most cases. However, in some people, it may cause side effects such as pain, stinging, or burning sensation at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, consult a physician immediately.
Do not take Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm if you are allergic to it. Do not use it if you have a weak immune system unless recommended by a physician. Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm is probably safe for patients with liver and kidney diseases. Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm should be used with caution in children, pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and elderly people. Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm may not interact with alcohol. Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm may not affect your ability to drive.
Uses of Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm
Medicinal Benefits
Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm contains ‘Amlexanox’, which belongs to the class of medications called ‘anti-inflammatory agents. It is used to treat mouth ulcers on the inner lips, gums, the roof of the mouth or throat, and tongue. It acts by forming a protective layer over the ulcer allowing it to heal. It also reduces swelling and inflammation by blocking the chemical substances that cause inflammation. Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm provides quick relief from the pain and promotes faster healing of the mouth ulcer.
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Side Effects of Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm
Drug Warnings
Make sure Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm doesn’t get into the eyes. If it comes in contact with the eyes, rinse it with water thoroughly. Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm should not be used in patients with weak immune systems (people suffering from long-term diseases such as cancer and HIV or using immunosuppressants) unless recommended by your physician. If you notice a rash or contact mucositis (inflammation of the oral mucosa due to contact with an allergen), discontinue using Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm and consult your physician. If you do not notice any improvement within 10 days of using Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm, inform your physician immediately.
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