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Argisept is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Gingivitis, Toxoplasmosis. Argisept also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Argisept depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Argisept include Dyspepsia, Pharyngitis. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Argisept as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Argisept are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Argisept's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Argisept related warnings talks about Argisept's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Argisept have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Argisept may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Argisept, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Argisept is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Argisept safe for pregnant women?
Argisept can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Argisept, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Argisept safe during breastfeeding?
Argisept is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Argisept on the Kidneys?
Argisept does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Argisept on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Argisept on the liver.
What is the effect of Argisept on the Heart?
Argisept is completely safe for the heart.
Argisept should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Argisept unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Argisept habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Argisept.
Interaction between Food and Argisept
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Argisept and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Argisept
Drinking alcohol while on Argisept does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
No, Argisept should not be used without consulting a doctor because it is a prescription drug. If you are using it yourself may cause an unintended side effect.
No, Argisept does cause mouth ulcer. In fact, it helps in relieving the mouth ulcer by reducing inflammation due to infection.
No, Argisept does not cause dry mouth. It has not been reported by the patients who are using this drug for treating gum infections.
Argisept contains chlorhexidine gluconate which works by killing the harmful microorganism and germ which spread the infection.
Argisept is a brand name for chlorhexidine gluconate and it is available in the form of mouthwash and topical solution. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antiseptic and disinfectant. It is used to treat gingivitis (gum disease).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 900
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 705