Argisept: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Argisept Information

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

Argisept Benefits & Uses

Argisept is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Argisept 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

Argisept Related Warnings

Is the use of Argisept safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Argisept. It is best to stop taking Argisept immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Argisept safe during breastfeeding?

Argisept does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Argisept on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Argisept on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Argisept on the Liver?

Argisept does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Argisept on the Heart?

Argisept is completely safe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Argisept with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Sulfacetamide

Mild

Disulfiram

Argisept Contraindications

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

Infections
Skin Disorders and Diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Argisept

Is this Argisept habit forming or addictive?

Argisept is not addictive in nature.

Argisept Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Argisept

There is no information on the effects of taking Argisept with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
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.

Frequently asked Questions about Argisept

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Argisept without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Argisept cause mouth ulcer?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Argisept does cause mouth ulcer. In fact, it helps in relieving the mouth ulcer by reducing inflammation due to infection.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Argisept cause dry mouth?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

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

Question about 5 years ago

How does Argisept work?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

What is Argisept

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

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).