Indications
Benzydamine Hydrochloride mouthwash is used for many painful conditions of the throat or mouth. These include sore throat, sore tongue or gums, mouth ulcers, discomfort caused by dentures, pain after dental surgery and so on.
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
Benzydamine Hydrochloride mouthwash is a Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID) that also has pain-relieving and local anesthetic properties. Its clinical pharmacology is well known. Benzydamine is poorly absorbed into the blood, so when it is applied topically the body is exposed to very little of the drug, yet the concentration stays high at the site of injury in the mouth or throat. That's why it gives excellent pain relief in the oropharynx with minimal side effects.
Benzydamine is an NSAID, but its mechanism of action is different from that of conventional NSAIDs. Benzydamine mouthwash relieves pain and inflammation by inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytokines and reducing vascular permeability. It also has a local anesthetic property, which acts on pain immediately.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
It hasn't been established whether Benzydamine is safe for use in pregnant patients. If a doctor is considering it for a pregnant patient, the risk and the benefit should be weighed first.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.