metronidazole/chlorhexdine oral gel

Nitroimidazole antimicrobial / antiprotozoal

📌 1. Dawa Hii Inatumika Kwa Ajili Gani? (What is it for?)

The combined antimicrobial formulation for treatment and prophylaxis of infectious and inflammatory diseases of oral cavity Clinical selection for metronidazole/chlorhexdine oral gel should follow culture results where relevant, Kenya STG/EML recommendations, and the current product SmPC. Class context: Nitroimidazole antimicrobial / antiprotozoal. Confirm site-specific dose, duration and monitoring before prescribing.

💊 2. Jinsi Ya Kutumia Dawa Hii (How to take)

Dosing is indication-, age-, weight- and organ-function-specific for this INN. Do not use class averages for high-risk patients. Confirm the exact regimen in the current SmPC and Kenya Standard Treatment Guidelines. Typical professional workflow: (1) confirm indication, (2) check renal/hepatic function, (3) screen interactions/allergies, (4) select dose/route/duration, (5) define monitoring.

⚠️ 3. Tahadhari & Madhara Yanayoweza Kutokea (Side Effects & Warnings)

Burning sensation, allergic reaction, irritation, dryness, transient redness, metallic taste, staining of teeth, tingling or numbness of extremities and nausea.

📦 4. Jinsi Ya Kuhifadhi Dawa (Storage)

Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.

Provided as a clinical reference by AfyaIndex Kenya.

Always consult your doctor or registered pharmacist.