Bonjela Antiseptic Pain-Relieving Gel for Mouth Ulcer Treatment, Cold Sores, Dentures and Mouth Inflammation 15 g

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Reye's syndrome is a very rare disease that affects the brain and liver. It is a serious illness that can be fatal. That is why precautions are in place for those aged 16 and under 16s to not use products that contain ingredients that could have an association with Reye's syndrome. Bonjela Adult contains Choline Salicylate which gives relief for pain, irritation and inflammation. It also contains an antiseptic called Cetalkonium Chloride. This helps to fight infections. Together, they help to heal the area, prevent further infection and relieve pain. Should I use Bonjela on children? For reasons of hygiene and safety, personal grooming products, cosmetics or items of intimate clothing cannot be returned. Bonjela is only suitable for certain people and conditions. You must always read the leaflet of any Bonjela product to see if it is the right product for you. If in any doubt, you should always ask your doctor or pharmacist. The adult version contains Choline Salicylate. There's a possible association between salicylates and Reye's syndrome when given to children. Reye's syndrome is a very rare disease which affects the brain and liver and can be fatal.

Products including Bonjela, Bonjela Cool Mint Gel and Bonjela Complete Plus, are not suitable for use if a child is under 16 years of age. This is because one of the ingredients used within the formula of these products has been found to have a potential relation to salicylates and Reye's syndrome when given to children. This medicinal product contains 46.83 mg of alcohol (ethanol) in each dose. The amount in each dose of this medicine is equivalent to less than 2 ml beer or 1 ml of wine. The small amount of alcohol in this medicine will not have any noticeable effects.Cetalkonium chloride is an antiseptic that kills a variety of bacteria and fungi that could infect sore or broken skin in the mouth. It helps prevent the irritated areas from getting infected and this can help them heal.

Using Bonjela while pregnant or trying to conceive is not known to be harmful, but it’s always worth speaking to your doctor or pharmacist beforehand. They’ll likely suggest that you avoid using the product towards the end of a pregnancy because salicylates can increase the risk of bleeding.Bonjela Adult Gel is commonly used for the effective relief from mouth ulcers and is sugar free. What's in Bonjela Adult? Another fast solution for oral pain is Corsodyl Gel which promotes the healing of gums and is great for managing mouth ulcers and oral thrush. Additionally, an oral throat spray such as Difflam Rinse & Spray can be effective at targeting inflammation but could be better suited to sore throat symptoms caused by colds. Both products offer effective short-term relief. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. Salicylates may increase the effect of blood thinning medicines (anticoagulants) and can decrease the effect of medicines to treat gout (uricosurics) such as probenic acid, benzbromarone.

This product contains salicylates. Talk to your doctor before taking this product with Aspirin or other salicylates. Do not give to children or adolescents under 16 years of age. This is because there is a possible link between salicylates and Reye’s syndrome when given to children. Reye’s syndrome is a very rare disease which affects the brain and liver and can be fatal.COX is involved in making substances in the body known as prostaglandins, in response to injury and in certain conditions. The prostaglandins cause pain, swelling and inflammation. The choline salicylate reduces inflammation and pain by reducing the production of these prostaglandins in the area of the mouth it's applied to. The small amount of alcohol in this medicine will not have any noticeable effects. 0000000 It may cause burning sensation on damaged skin. This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) in each dose, that is to say essentially ‘sodium-free’.