Aphthasol Uses
Aphthasol is used as a paste in the mouth to treat aphthous ulcers (canker sores).
How is Aphthasol Taken?
Apply Aphthasol 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.
Aphthasol 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 Aphthasol, 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 Aphthasol 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 Aphthasol 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.
Aphthasol Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose of Aphthasol is suspected.
Aphthasol Disclaimer
This Aphthasol drug information is for your information purposes only, it should not be taken that this med profile covers all uses, directions, drug reactions, precautions, or side effects of your Aphthasol. This med profile is only for your general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose nor construed as containing any specific instructions for a particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or the consequences that may arise from this Aphthasol information, including any damages, adverse consequences to persons or their property, no matter how such damages arise. There is no warranty, either expressed or implied in regard to the above Aphthasol information.
