Lexanox Plus Oral Paste SF (Amlexanox 50mg)

Description

Lexanox Plus Oral Paste is a combination of Amlexanox and Lidocaine. It is used to treat mouth ulcers, painful sores that develop inside your mouth or at the base of your gums. It helps in the fast healing of the ulcers and also decreases the pain associated with it.

Lexanox Plus Oral Paste is usually considered safe for use. However, it may show some side effects like irritation or burning sensation at the site of application. These side effects are temporary and resolve with time. Inform your doctor if the side effects worsen or persist for a long time.

Lexanox Plus Oral Paste should be used as advised by your doctor. Do not apply more than the prescribed amount or use it more often.

Lexanox Plus Oral Paste should not be used if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using other medicines for the same condition.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Lexanox Plus Oral Paste
Unpleasant taste
Short-term pain, stinging or burning at the application site
Nausea
Uses of Lexanox Plus Oral Paste
What is it prescribed for?
Aphthous Ulcers
Aphthous ulcers, also known as mouth ulcers are painful sores that develop inside your mouth or at the base of your gums. Lexanox Plus Oral Paste is used to treat mouth ulcers.

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid using Lexanox Plus Oral Paste if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat, eyes), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Lexanox Plus Oral Paste is recommended for use during pregnancy only if necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Lexanox Plus Oral Paste is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless clearly needed. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Use in children
Lexanox Plus Oral Paste is usually not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age unless advised by the doctor.
External use only
Lexanox Plus Oral Paste is intended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Lexanox Plus Oral Paste as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
An overdose of Lexanox Plus Oral Paste is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a long time in large quantities.

General Instructions

Use Lexanox Plus Oral Paste after you brush your teeth after a meal or at bedtime. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert.

Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine.

Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended.

Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or become worse.

Contact your doctor if your ulcers do not heal or pain does not subside even after 10 days of using Lexanox Plus Oral Paste.