Octenoxa Mint Flavour Gargle belongs to a class of drugs called 'antiseptics' used to prevent periodontitis (a severe gum infection that destroys jawbone and loosens teeth) and gingivitis (gum inflammation).

Octenoxa Mint Flavour Gargle contains Octenidine, that works by preventing the growth of fungi, bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infection.

Use Octenoxa Mint Flavour Gargle as advised by your dentist. Your doctor will advise you how often you use Octenoxa Mint Flavour Gargle based on your condition. Sometimes, it may cause teeth staining which does not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if this side effect persists or worsens, please consult your doctor.

Please let your doctor know if you are allergic to Octenidine or other ingredients. Octenoxa Mint Flavour Gargle is for oral rinse only. Do not swallow it. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before using Octenoxa Mint Flavour Gargle. Octenoxa Mint Flavour Gargle is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor, and it should be used with caution in elderly patients.

Octenoxa Mint Flavour Gargle contains Octenidine, an 'antiseptic' used to prevent periodontitis (a severe gum infection that destroys jawbone and loosens teeth) and gingivitis (gum inflammation). Octenoxa Mint Flavour Gargle prevents the growth of fungi, bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infection and helps to prevent gum problems caused by microorganisms. Also, it is used to inhibit plaque formation temporarily. It can be used in cases of insufficient oral hygiene capacity in adults.

• Teeth staining

Please let your doctor know if you are allergic to Octenidine or other ingredients. Octenoxa Mint Flavour Gargle is for oral rinse only. Do not swallow it. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before using Octenoxa Mint Flavour Gargle. Octenoxa Mint Flavour Gargle is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor, and it should be used with caution in elderly patients.

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found.

• Brush your teeth twice daily with fluoride toothpaste.
• Use an electric toothbrush which may be more effective.
• Floss at least once daily to remove plaque.
• Do not smoke or chew tobacco.
• Visit your dentist at least twice yearly for a professional cleaning.

Gingivitis: It is associated with inflammation (redness and swelling) of gums caused by a bacterial infection. It may occur when food and plaque (a thin film of bacteria) gets trapped in the space between the tooth and surrounding gum tissue. The symptoms include puffy, swollen, or tender gums, bleeding in the gum while brushing, bad breath, or receding gums (gums pull back from tooth surface).

Periodontitis: It is a severe gum infection caused by bacteria that destroys the jawbone and damages the gums. It can lead to the loss of teeth. It’s usually caused due to poor oral hygiene. The symptoms include red, swollen, or tender gums.