Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for the treatment of mouth ulcers. It provides relief from swelling and redness in the affected area.
Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel should be applied on the site of lesion inside the mouth. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. Make sure not to swallow the medication. Do not stop using it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. You must avoid eating, drinking, or smoking for at least 30 minutes after using it. Do not use it for longer than your doctor has told you to and let him or her know if your condition does not improve after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment.
The medicine is generally safe to use with minimal side effects. Occasionally it may cause application site irritation.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another cream that contains a steroid. This paint should only be used if it is clearly needed if you are pregnant. Ask your doctor if it is safe.
Mouth ulcers are small painful sores on inner lips, gums, tongue, roof of the mouth or throat that may interfere with eating, drinking and even talking. Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel blocks chemicals in our brain that are responsible for pain sensation and inflammation. Therefore it provides relief from pain, discomfort, and symptoms of inflammation such as redness or swelling due to mouth ulcers. This makes it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Continue using it as advised by the doctor to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Cinort Dental Gel
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cinort
Headache
Joint pain
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Application site irritation
How to use Cinort Dental Gel
Check the label for directions before use. Gently apply the gel to the affected area inside your mouth. Refrain from eating or drinking immediately after applying the gel.
How Cinort Dental Gel works
Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling), redness and pain in the mouth. It does so by sticking to the wet surfaces of the mouth and forming a protective film over the ulcer/injured surfaces.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Cinort Dental Gel?
If you miss a dose of Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.
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Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel belongs to a group of medicines known as steroids. It is used to relieve the pain, swelling and redness associated with mouth ulcers that are not caused by herpes.
Q. Is it OK to swallow Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel?
No, you should not swallow Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel. Just apply a thin layer of Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel over the affected area in the mouth with a cotton swab.
Q. How should I use Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel?
Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel should be used as directed by the doctor. This medicine should be used only inside the mouth. Take a small amount of Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel over a cotton swab and apply a uniform, thin layer of Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel over the affected area. Avoid rubbing the area as it may irritate the ulcers.
Q. How long does it take Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel to work?
Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel is generally prescribed for a duration of 7 days. You should start to feel better within this duration. However, your doctor will decide the exact dose and duration of your treatment depending on your condition. Follow your doctor’s instructions to get the maximum benefit of Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel. Moreover, if you do not find a considerable improvement within the prescribed duration, consult your doctor. It is important to know if your symptoms have worsened with time then stop the medication immediately and consult your doctor.
Q. Is Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel effective?
Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Cinort 0.1% Dental Gel too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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References
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1398-400.