Mouth Washes

MR. PANKAJ KUSUM RAMDAS KHUSPE

M. PHARMACY (PHARMACEUTICS)
 What to be discussed ???

1. Definition
2. Uses
3. Storage
 Question Bank

1. Differentiate between mouthwash and

gargles.
2. Define mouthwash.
3. Write storage and labeling condition of
mouthwash.
 Mouth wash

Definition:
 concentrated,
 clear aqueous solution
 with a pleasant taste
 intended to be used to clean and
 deodorise the mouth or buccal
cavity.
 Mouth wash

“Mouthwashes are concentrated,

clear aqueous solution with a
pleasant taste intended to clean and
deodorise the mouth or buccal
cavity.”
 Use of Mouthwash

1. Antiseptic/antibacterial.
2. Astringent.

3. Cooling, refreshing action.

 Mouthwash

Mouthwash contain antibacterial agents, alcohol,

glycerin, sweetening agent, flavouring agent and
colouring agents.
They are also used in oral mucous disease to treat
mouth infections and to maintain oral hygiene.
Mouthwashes are used after diluting with warm
water.
Mouthwash have cosmetic value more.
 Example:

Zinc sulphate zinc chloride mouthwash B.P.C.

Rx
Zinc sulphate 20 ml
Zinc chloride 10 ml
Dil.HCL 10 ml
Compound tartrazine solution 1 ml
Chloroform solution(double strength) 500 ml
Water up to 1000 ml
Prepare mouthwash, send 30 ml
Direction:
Dilute with 20 times its volume with warm water before
use
 Storage condition and labelling

Container:
 White fluted plastic bottle with screw cap.

Labelling:
1. “For external use only”
2. “Diluted with warm water before use”
3. “Not to be swallowed in large amount”

Storage:
 Mouthwashes are supplied in well closed air tight plastic container
having screw cap.
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