Microshield Surgical Handwash 100ml: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Microshield Information

Microshield is a prescription medicine that is available as a Solution. Gingivitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Microshield also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Microshield depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Microshield include Dyspepsia, Pharyngitis. While these are the most often observed Microshield side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Microshield normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Microshield's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Microshield's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Microshield contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Microshield may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Microshield, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Microshield Benefits & Uses
Microshield Dosage & How to Take
Microshield Side Effects
Microshield Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Microshield with Other Drugs
Microshield Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Microshield
Microshield Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Microshield Benefits & Uses

Microshield is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Microshield Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Gingivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: rinse mouth for 30 seconds and spit out the solution
Geriatric	Disease: Gingivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: rinse mouth for 30 seconds and spit out the solution

Microshield Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Microshield is used -

Moderate

Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Edema

Mild

Discolouration Of Teeth
Headache
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Sinus inflammation

Common

Dyspepsia
Pharyngitis

Microshield Related Warnings

Is the use of Microshield safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Microshield on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Microshield safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Microshield in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Microshield is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Microshield on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Microshield on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Microshield on the Liver?

Microshield is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Microshield on the Heart?

Microshield may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Microshield with Other Drugs

Microshield should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Mild

Disulfiram

Microshield Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Microshield unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Infections
Skin Disorders and Diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Microshield

Is this Microshield habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Microshield is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Microshield as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Microshield should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Microshield in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Microshield Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Microshield

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Microshield together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Microshield

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Microshield at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Microshield

Question about 6 years ago

How does Microshield work?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Microshield contains chlorhexidine gluconate which works by killing the harmful microorganism and germ which spread the infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Microshield cause dry mouth?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Microshield does not cause dry mouth. It has not been reported by the patients who are using this drug for treating gum infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Microshield kill ringworm?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Microshield kill ringworm. Ringworm is a fungal infection, it has been reported that Microshield is effective against the fungal infection. Microshield kill by fungi by interfering its integrity of cell wall and cell membrane causing death.