Can I buy chlorhexidine oral rinse over the counter?Chlorhexidine is available only with your dentist's or medical doctor's prescription. This product is available in the following dosage forms: Liquid.
Is chlorhexidine gluconate available over the counter?Chlorhexidine gluconate is mainly available in OTC products to clean and prepare the skin before surgery and before injections in order to help reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infections. These products are available as solutions, washes, sponges, and swabs.
What can I use instead of chlorhexidine oral rinse?There is a natural alternative. Utilizing plant botanicals to target inflammation and plaque, PeriActiveTM mouth rinse is a great alternative in this rinse category.
Is chlorhexidine gluconate the same as Listerine?Despite its long history of use, most studies have shown chlorhexidine to be significantly more effective than Listerine in reducing plaque and gingivitis indices. Listerine tends to give patients a burning sensation, and it has a bitter taste.
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