Hexidine Mouthwash 160 ml belongs to a class of medication called ‘antiseptic’ primarily used to treat bacterial intact skin infections and oral cavities problems like gum inflammation (gingivitis) and dental plaque prevention. It effectively kills the excess growth of harmful microbes present on the intact skin and oral cavities. Gingivitis is the inflammation of gum caused by the harmful bacteria if left untreated can lead to periodontitis. This can cause the gum to separate from teeth leading to loss of teeth.
Hexidine Mouthwash 160 ml contains Chlorhexidine, which possesses bacteriostatic (prevents the growth of bacteria) and bactericidal (kills bacteria). It is also effective against various types of yeast and cleans the affected areas by killing harmful microbes. It works by effectively killing the bacteria, stopping bacteria’s growth, thereby speeding up healing of bacterial infection.