Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride

Uses	Mouth ulcers
Therapy	Local Anaesthetic
Side Effects	Burning, redness, itching

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Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride is a topical gel used to temporarily relieve pain and discomfort caused by mouth ulcers, dentures, or dental attachments like braces. It combines three active ingredients: Benzalkonium chloride, Choline salicylate and Lidocaine (also called lignocaine). It is meant for topical application and should not be swallowed. Use this medicine exactly as told by your doctor. You should not eat or drink anything for 30 minutes after applying this medicine. You may rarely experience side effects like application site swelling or itching while on treatment with Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride. If you feel the side effects persist or your condition worsens, you should contact your doctor immediately. Before starting this medicine, tell your doctor about all the medicines, herbs, and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from.

Uses

Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride is used to provide temporary relief of pain and discomfort associated with mouth ulcers or injury due to any dental attachments.

Contraindications

When should one not use Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride

If you are allergic to Lidocaine or Choline Salicylate or any other ingredients of Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride.
If you have stomach ulcers or ulcers in any part of your gut.
If you have asthma or any respiratory disorders.
It should not be used in children and adolescents under the age of 16.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Application site burning, redness and itching.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

There is limited information about the safety of Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride during human pregnancy. You should consult your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child before starting this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride passes into human milk. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

It is to be applied topically and it is less likely to affect your driving abilities.

Alcohol

Alcohol should be avoided if there are any mouth ulcers or inflammation in the mouth as it can make the ulcer more painful. Alcohol consumption may alter the effect of Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride as well.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are taking aspirin or other salicylate-containing medicines as this medicine already contains salicylate.
You have a fever, headache, nausea, vomiting and sore throat after treatment with this medicine.
You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
You are on any medical treatment.
Avoid contact with eyes, nose and do not swallow it.
Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride can cause numbness of the tongue. Hence, care should be taken while eating or drinking hot foods.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride contains three active ingredients: Benzalkonium Chloride, Choline Salicylate and Lidocaine. Benzalkonium Chloride is an antiseptic that kills or stops the growth of microorganisms. Choline Salicylate is a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which helps prevent the release of chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause pain and inflammation (such as redness and swelling). On the other hand, Lidocaine is a local anaesthetic that works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to the brain, thereby reducing pain sensation.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

It is less likely that Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride may interact with other medicines. However, you should always consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.
Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride may interfere with thinning blood medicines (Warfarin, Heparin, etc.) and medicines that are used to treat gout or a type of arthritis due to uric acid deposits in joints (colchicine, etc.).

Dosage

Overdose

The excess of this medicine will lead to salicylate toxicity, symptoms of which may include dizziness, ringing in the ears and deafness. If you experience any of the symptoms or if you have swallowed this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

Missing a dose of Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you have missed an application, apply it as soon as possible. Do not overapply this medicine to compensate for the missed dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride can be used in elderly patients only after consulting the doctor.

Yes, this medicine can be used in a diabetic patient but with a lot of precaution. It is mandatory to consult and inform the doctor.

Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride is used to provide short-term relief from pain and discomfort due to mouth ulcers, dentures or dental attachments like dental braces.

No, Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride is not recommended for use in children.

No, you should not swallow Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride. In case of accidental ingestion, contact your doctor or visit a nearby hospital immediately. Rinse your mouth immediately in case of accidental swallowing.

You should avoid the immediate consumption of food and fluids after the application of this medicine.

It is strictly for local (topical) application only and should not be swallowed. If you think you have swallowed it and experienced any unusual symptoms, inform the doctor.

You should use Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride for as long as advised by your doctor. However, if your pain does not improve after using this medication for 7-14 days, or if your symptoms get worse, inform your doctor.

Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride is a combination of benzalkonium chloride, choline salicylate and lignocaine (also called lidocaine). It is meant for topical application and should not be swallowed. Your doctor will advise whether it is suitable for you based on the cause and severity of your condition.

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Benzalkonium Chloride+Choline Salicylate+Lignocaine Hydrochloride

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