APHTHASOL DRUG INFO
Aphthasol is used as a paste in the mouth
to treat aphthous ulcers (canker sores).
How Taken
Apply this medicine to the canker sore
as soon as you notice it. Wash your hands
immediately after using amlexanox paste.
Keep using the medicine until the sore
is healed. However, if it is not healed
after 10 days, check with your doctor.
Do not get any of the paste in your eyes.
If any gets in your eyes, wash them out
with water right away.
Warnings/Precautions
Tell your doctor if you have ever had
any unusual or allergic reaction to amlexanox.
Also tell your health care professional
if you are allergic to any other substances,
such as preservatives or dyes. Amlexanox
has not been studied in humans. However,
studies in animals have not found that
it causes any birth defects or other problems.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of this medicine,
apply it as soon as possible. However,
if it is almost time for the next dose,
skip the missed dose and go back to your
regular dosing schedule.
Possible Side Effects
Along with its needed effects, a medicine
may cause some unwanted effects. The following
side effects may go away during treatment
as your body adjusts to the medicine.
However, check with your doctor if any
of these effects continue or are bothersome.
Less serious side effects may include:
burning, stinging, or pain on the part
that medicine is applied; inflammation
of mucous membranes; diarrhea; nausea.
Storage
Keep out of the reach of children. Store
away from heat and direct light. Do not
store in the bathroom, near the kitchen
sink, or in other damp places. Heat or
moisture may cause the medicine to break
down. Do not keep outdated medicine or
medicine no longer needed. Be sure that
any discarded medicine is out of the reach
of children.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention if an
overdose is suspected.
More Information
This medicine is available only with
your doctor's prescription.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information
purposes only, it is not intended that
this information covers all uses, directions,
drug interactions, precautions, or adverse
effects of your medication. This is only
general information, and should not be
relied on for any purpose. It should not
be construed as containing specific instructions
for any particular patient. We disclaim
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