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|Articles|July 18, 2022
Daily OTC Pearl: CankerSore
Author(s)Saro Arakelians, PharmD
Red Cross Canker Sore Medication is used for temporary relief of pain and minor irritation of the mouth and gums due to sores, minor dental procedures, braces, and dentures.
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OTC/Lifestyle Pearl of the Day: CankerSore
Indication: Red Cross CankerSore is an oral anesthetic that providespain relief for sores.
Insight:
- Red Cross Canker Sore Medication 0.25 oz (is an oral anesthetic/analgesic that is used for temporary relief of pain and minor irritation of the mouth and gums due to sores, minor dental procedures, braces, and dentures.
- Ingredients: Water, polyvinylpyrrolidone, maltodextrin, propylene glycol, PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil, xanthan gum, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, flavour, disodium edetate, benzalkonium chloride, saccharin sodium, sodium hyaluronate, glycyrrhetinic acid, aloe vera gel, hydroxyethylcellulose.
- Directions: Apply only a small amount.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
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