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Difflam Mouth TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: benzydamine + cetylpyridinium

Pack: Difflam Mouth gel, 10 g, tube

Brand name

(ARTG)

: DIFFLAM MOUTH GEL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY + ANTIBACTERIAL tube

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

For temporary relief from the painful symptoms of mouth ulcers; dentures ulcers; sore gums; irritation from dental braces or mouth guards; ulceration of the cheeks, lips or tongue; abrasions or inflammation of the gum or palate due to dentures.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Gel
  • Oral Application
  • Clear, colourless gel

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is Schedule 2 : Pharmacy Medicine.

  • 10g pack

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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