Drug Uses
Aphthasol - Amlexanox oral paste - is used as a paste in the mouth to treat aphthous ulcers (canker sores).
How Taken
Apply Aphthasol Amlexanox oral paste 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.
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.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose of Aphthasol - Amlexanox oral paste is suspected.
More Information
Amlexanox oral paste is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Disclaimer
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