Mouthwashes

Presciption mouthwashes available to help prevent and alleviate mouth sores (mucositis ) include Peridex, Periogard, and MuGard.

Peridex and Periogard contain Chlorhexidine gluconate which is an antiseptic that decreases the bacteria in the mouth. These products help to fight gum infection and reduce the inflammation associated with mouth sores.

MuGard is a prescription mouthwash to help prevent and protect against mouth sores (mucositis). It is applied before and during chemotherapy and radiation treatments. MuGard coats the mouth resulting in a numbing sensation. Presciption mouthwashes available to help prevent and alleviate mouth sores (mucositis ) include Peridex, Periogard, and MuGard.

Peridex and Periogard contain Chlorhexidine gluconate which is an antiseptic that decreases the bacteria in the mouth. These products help to fight gum infection and reduce the inflammation associated with mouth sores.

MuGard is a prescription mouthwash to help prevent and protect against mouth sores (mucositis). It is applied before and during chemotherapy and radiation treatments. MuGard coats the mouth resulting in a numbing sensation.