Choline Salicylate (8.7%)

DESCRIPTION

B-Folcin Gel is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to relieve pain, discomfort, and inflammation caused by mouth ulcers. It is also used to treat cold sores, dentures, and sore spots due to orthodontic devices. B-Folcin Gel is for local application only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying it on the affected area. Please consult your doctor if your symptoms do not get better. It should not be taken by patients who are allergic to it or are less than 16 years of age. It should not be applied to open wounds. Burning sensation and application site reactions might be seen as side effects in some patients.

INTRODUCTION

In Treatment of Mouth ulcers 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. B-Folcin 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.

USE OF

Treatment of Mouth ulcers

BENEFITS

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

FACTBOX 

Chemical Class::Salicylic Acid Derivatives|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::STOMATOLOGICALS|Action Class::NSAID’s- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (Topical)

HOW TO USE

B-Folcin Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that relieves mouth sores. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) which cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) in the mouth.

EXPIRY

Long shelf life (1-2 years).

SAFETY ADVICE

– Alcohol : – No interaction found/established – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Information regarding the use of B-Folcin Gel during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. – Breast feeding : CAUTION – B-Folcin Gel should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body. – Driving : – No interaction found/established – Kidney : – No interaction found/established – Liver : – No interaction found/established

IF MISS

If you miss a dose of B-Folcin 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. Do not double the dose.

COMMON SIDE EFFECT

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

ALCOHOL INTERACTION

PREGNANCY INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

LACTATION INTERACTION

CAUTION

KIDNEY INTERACTION

LIVER INTERACTION

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FAQ

Q. How should I use B-Folcin Gel?::: This medicine should be used only inside the mouth. Take a small amount of B-Folcin Gel over a cotton swab and apply a uniform, thin layer of B-Folcin Gel over the affected area. Avoid rubbing the area as it may irritate the ulcers.| Q. Is it OK to swallow B-Folcin Gel?::: No, you should not swallow B-Folcin Gel. Just apply a thin layer of B-Folcin Gel over the affected area in the mouth with a cotton swab.| Q. How long does it take B-Folcin Gel to work?::: You can see an improvement in your ulcers within 7 days. 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 B-Folcin 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. Can I wear dentures while using B-Folcin Gel?::: It is advisable not to wear dentures while applying B-Folcin Gel. You can apply the medicine onto the sore area, and leave at least 30 minutes before reinserting the dentures.| Q. Which foods are bad for mouth ulcers?::: Avoid spicy foods, acidic fruit drinks, and very salty foods (such as crisps) which can make the pain and sting worse.| Q. What things to be kept in mind while using B-Folcin Gel?::: Along with using B-Folcin Gel use a soft toothbrush, avoid eating and drinking immediately after applying this medicine, avoid putting dentures or braces back in the mouth for half an hour after applying the gel in your mouth and stop smoking completely.| Q. What causes mouth ulcers?::: There is no definite cause behind mouth ulcers. Some of the factors include biting the inside of your mouth; food sensitivities to acidic foods like strawberries, oranges, pineapples; lack of essential vitamins, especially B-12, zinc, folate, and iron; dental braces; using a toothbrush with hard bristles and certain medications.

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