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.

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.

• Slight pain at the application site

• Stinging sensation

• Burning sensation

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.

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Lexanox Oral Paste 5 gm should not be used in patients with a weak immune system.

• Avoid acidic foods such as spicy, salty, or high-sugar foods as they can irritate mouth ulcers.
• Include whole grains, alkaline fruits, and vegetables such as watermelon, lemon, broccoli, mushroom, and tomatoes.
• Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet. Include a diet rich in multivitamins, especially B12, folate, zinc, and iron.
• Maintain good dental hygiene by brushing after meals and regular flossing.
• Gargle with salt water as it can help in treating mouth ulcers.
• Apply ice or damp tea bags, or suck on ice chips to numb the pain.
• Try natural remedies such as chamomile tea, Echinacea, myrrh, and liquorice root.
• Quit smoking.

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 the gums. These can make you uncomfortable while eating, drinking, and talking. Mouth ulcers usually heal within a few weeks and are not contagious. People with a family history of canker sores are at more risk. Minor mouth injury from dental work or hard brushing, acidic foods, lack of essential vitamins such as vitamin B12, dental braces, emotional stress, and viral, bacterial, or fungal infections could cause mouth ulcers.