Chlorhexidine - Brand names: Corsodyl, Covonia, Dermol, Germolene, Savlon

Find out how chlorhexidine treats mouth ulcers, throat infections and skin infections and how to use it.

• About chlorhexidine
• Who can and cannot use it
• How and when to use it
• Side effects
• Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility
• Using it with other medicines and herbal supplements
• Common questions

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www.dentalhealth.org

www.britishskinfoundation.org.uk

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