Candid Mouth Gel is a combination medicine primarily used to treat mouth ulcers. Mouth ulcers, also known as canker sores, 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.

Candid Mouth Gel contains Choline salicylate and lidocaine. Choline salicylate works by blocking the action of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. Lidocaine blocks the pain signals from the nerves to the brain, thereby helping decrease the pain sensations. 

Use Candid Mouth Gel as advised by the doctor. If Candid Mouth Gel comes in contact with eyes, rinse with water immediately. You are advised to use Candid Mouth Gel for as long as your doctor prescribes it, depending on your medical condition. 

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use Candid Mouth Gel in more than suggested doses or on a large area of skin for longer, as it may cause adverse effects. Do not use Candid Mouth Gel to treat mouth ulcers in children unless suggested by the doctor.

Candid Mouth Gel is a combination of two medicines, namely: Choline salicylate and lidocaine. Choline salicylate is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), whereas lidocaine is a local anaesthetic. Candid Mouth Gel is primarily used to treat mouth ulcers. Choline salicylate works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. Lidocaine blocks the pain signals from the nerves to the brain, thereby helping to decrease the pain sensations. Together, Candid Mouth Gel helps in treating mouth ulcers.

Take a pea-sized amount onto your finger and apply it directly to the affected area as advised by the doctor.

Uncommon: Skin irritation

Do not use Candid Mouth Gel if you are allergic to any of its contents. Consult your doctor before using Candid Mouth Gel if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use Candid Mouth Gel in more than suggested doses, or on a large area of skin for a longer duration. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve despite using Candid Mouth Gel for 2 weeks.

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.

• Avoid eating foods that irritate mouth ulcers.
• Include whole grains and alkaline fruits and vegetables.
• Avoid acidic foods as they can irritate mouth ulcers.
• Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet. Include multivitamins, especially B12, folate, zinc, and iron.
• Maintain good dental hygiene by brushing after meals and regular flossing.
• Gargling with salt water also helps in treating mouth ulcers.
• Apply ice or damp tea bags to numb the pain.
• Try natural remedies such as chamomile tea, Echinacea, myrrh and liquorice root. 

• Clean and dry the affected area before using Candid Mouth Gel.
• If Candid Mouth Gel comes in contact with eyes, rinse with water immediately.
• Wash your hands before and after using Candid Mouth Gel.

Mouth ulcers: Mouth ulcers, also known as canker sores, 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 of developing mouth ulcers. Minor mouth injury from dental work or hard brushing, acidic foods, lack of essential vitamins, dental braces, emotional stress, and viral, bacterial or fungal infections could be the cause of developing mouth ulcers.