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Corsodyl 1% w/w Dental gel – patient leaflet, side effects, dosage

Medicine status: Pharmacy medicine (P) Details

Medicine strength:
1% w/w (10 mg/gram)
Contains active substance:

Patient leaflet - Corsodyl 1% w/w Dental gel

allergic reaction. See Possible side effects for more information.

  • Temporary staining of the teeth and tongue may occur. See Possible side effects for more information.
  • Youmaynoticea change of taste or burning sensation. See Possible side effects for more information.
  • Toothpastes can stop Corsodyl working. Rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and wait 5 minutes after brushing your teeth before using Corsodyl. You can also use the gel at a different time of day.
  • Do not bleach fabrics that have been in contact with the gel.

Corsodyl can have side effects, but not everybody gets them,

  • Stop using the gel and seek immediate medical help if you get a rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, throat orface or have difficulty breathing. These effects may be symptoms of a severe allergic reaction which isvery rare,
  • Stop using the gel and tell your dentist if you get irritation, soreness or swelling of the mouth.

Other side effects that may occur:

  • Temporary staining of the tongue. This disappears when treatment is stopped,

CORSODYL


1% W/W DENTAL GEL

CHLORHEXIDINE DIGLUCONATE

Do not swallow. Do not exceed the stated dose.

Check before you use

  • The active ingredient is chlorhexidine digluconate which is an antibacterial agent that reduces the formation of dental plaque and is used to: Treat and prevent gum disease (gums may bleed when brushed) Maintain mouth hygiene
  • Promote healing after dental surgery or treatment
  • Control recurring mouth ulcers
  • Manage denture sore mouth and recurring oral thrush
  • Prevent cavities for those at high risk of tooth decay


Active ingredient: Chlorhexidine Digluconate 1% w/w.

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl­cellulose, macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate, sodium acetate, levomenthol, peppermint oil, isopropyl alcohol and water. Macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate may cause skin reactions.

The marketing authorisation holder/PA holder is: GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare (UK) Trading Limited, Brentford, TW8 9GS, U.K. and GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare (Ireland) Limited, 12 Riverwalk, Citywest Business Campus, Dublin 24, Ireland.


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What is Corsodyl Dental Gel for?


Do not use:

  • If you have ever had an allergic reaction to chlorhexidine digluconate or any of the other ingredients (see Further information).
  • In children under 12 years unless recommended by a dentist.
  • Anywhere other than in your mouth. Wash thoroughly if you get any in your eyes or ears.
  • Immediately after brushing your teeth. See Take special care with Corsodyl for more information.

)ecial care with Corsodyl:

using the gel and seek immediate help if you geta serious


H Pregnancyand breastfeeding:

  • You can use Corsodyl if you are pregnant or breast feeding.

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D ^ Gum disease: Brush your teeth for at least one minute once or twice daily using 2 cm of gel.

Continue the treatment for about one month.

  • Denture sore mouth: Thoroughly brush all over dentures with 2.5 cm of gel on a moistened toothbrush, once or twice daily for about one month.
  • Dental surgery or tooth decay: Use as directed by your dentist.

If your symptoms persist, see your dentist.


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  • In children under 12 years unless recommended by a dentist.
  • Anywhere other than in your mouth. Wash thoroughly if you get any in your eyes or ears.
  • Toothpastes can stop Corsodyl working. Rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and wait 5 minutes after brushing your teeth before using Corsodyl. You can also use the gel at a different time of day.
  • For oral use only. Do not swallow. Do not exceed the stated dose.
  • Gum disease: Brush your teeth for at least one minute once or twice daily using 2 cm of gel. Continue the treatment for about one month.
  • Denture sore mouth: Thoroughly brush all over dentures with 2.5 cm of gel on a moistened toothbrush, once or twice daily for x ahoutone month— __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _3J

Dental surgery or tooth decay: Use as directed by your dentist. Stop using the gel and tell your dentist if you get a rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, throat or face, soreness or irritation of the mouth or have difficulty breathing.

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Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Use within 1 month of opening.

Do not use after the EXP date. Do not store above 25°C.


Further information |


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Active ingredient. Chlorhexidine Digluconate 1% w/w.

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl­cellulose, macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate, sodium acetate, levomenthol, peppermint oil, isopropyl alcohol and water.

Macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate may cause skin reactions.

Trade marks are owned by or licensed to the GSK group of companies. 206009 LC74


GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare (UK) Trading Limited, Brentford, TW8 9GS, U.K. and GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare (Ireland) Limited, 12 Riverwalk, Citywest Business Campus, Dublin 24, Ireland. Made by: Puma Pharmaceuticals NV, Rijksweg 17, 2870 Puurs, Belgium.


Facts about Corsodyl 1% w/w Dental gel

Prescription needed? No, but it is sold only in pharmacies (P)
Active substance Chlorhexidine
Strength 1% w/w (10 mg/gram)
Pharmaceutical form Dental gel
How is it taken Dental, Gingival, Oromucosal
Excipients Hydroxypropylcellulose, Macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate, Sodium acetate, Levomenthol, Peppermint oil, Isopropyl alcohol, Purified water.
Pack sizes 50 gram
Is it available? Listed as available (NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices – not a record of current supplies)
Shelf life Three years.
Storage Do not store above 25 °C. Use within 1 month of opening.
Drug group (ATC)
  1. A Alimentary tract and metabolism drugs
    1. A01 Stomatological preparations
      1. A01A Stomatological preparations
        1. A01AB Antiinfectives and antiseptics for local oral treatment
          1. A01AB03 chlorhexidine
Marketing authorisation PL 44673/0062 (first authorised 10 February 1994)
Marketing authorisation holder Haleon UK Trading Limited
Codes GTIN 5000347070761 · BNF 12030400

Sources: the MHRA product information (products.mhra.gov.uk) and the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices (dm+d), release 10.2.0 of 19 October 2026, NHS Business Services Authority. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.