Burnheal is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream,Powder. It is typically used for the treatment of Gingivitis, Toxoplasmosis, Burns. Secondary and off-label uses of Burnheal have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Burnheal is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 most common side effects of Burnheal are Dyspepsia, Pharyngitis. Some other side effects of Burnheal have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Burnheal are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Burnheal is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Burnheal 's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Burnheal related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Burnheal are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Burnheal may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Burnheal is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Burnheal is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Burnheal safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Burnheal . It is best to stop taking Burnheal immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Burnheal safe during breastfeeding?
Burnheal does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Burnheal on the Kidneys?
Burnheal rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Burnheal on the Liver?
Burnheal has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Burnheal on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Burnheal for the heart.
Burnheal 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 Burnheal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Burnheal habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Burnheal is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Burnheal
It is safe to take Burnheal with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Burnheal
Drinking alcohol while on Burnheal does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
No, Burnheal does cause mouth ulcer. In fact, it helps in relieving the mouth ulcer by reducing inflammation due to infection.
Burnheal contains chlorhexidine gluconate which works by killing the harmful microorganism and germ which spread the infection.
Burnheal 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).
No, Burnheal does not cause dry mouth. It has not been reported by the patients who are using this drug for treating gum infections.
Yes, Burnheal is safe to use, if it is used in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as taste change and staining teeth. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
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