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Zinc chloride

for the temporary relief of pain due to toothaches, canker sores, minor irritation of the mouth and gums caused by dentures or orthodontic appliances, or minor injury of the mouth or gums

Drug Facts

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Drug facts

Used for
for the temporary relief of pain due to toothaches, canker sores, minor irritation of the mouth and gums caused by dentures or orthodontic appliances, or minor injury of the mouth or gums
How to take it
  • adults and children 2 years of age and older:
  • twist base clockwise to dispense.
  • to clean brush tip, rinse with cold water
Do not take if
  • for teething
  • in children under 2 years of age

What it is used for

  • for the temporary relief of pain due to toothaches, canker sores, minor irritation of the mouth and gums caused by dentures or orthodontic appliances, or minor injury of the mouth or gums

How to take it

  • adults and children 2 years of age and older:
    • twist base clockwise to dispense. It may take up to 10 full turns to dispense the initial dose, but subsequent uses should require less than 1 turn.
    • to clean brush tip, rinse with cold water
    • dry affected area and apply medication by gently brushing the affected area.
    • use up to 4 times daily, or as directed by a dentist or doctor
  • children under 12 years of age should be supervised in the use of this product
  • children under 2 years of age: do not use

While you are taking it

  • do not use this product for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days; if irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens; or if swelling, rash or fever develops, see your dentist or doctor promptly.
  • do not exceed recommended dosage.

Who should not take it

  • for teething
  • in children under 2 years of age

Keeping it away from children

Keep out of reach of children. If more than used for pain is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Other information

  • do not purchase if package has been opened
  • replace cap after use to prevent drying
  • avoid contact with the eyes
  • this is a personal care item, and should be used by one individual only
  • with zinc chloride, some color may be evident; this is normal

Cite this page

NLM

sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Zinc chloride; [reviewed 2026 Aug 3; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/zinc-chloride

APA 7th

sofidex. (2026, August 3). Zinc chloride. Daloreum. Retrieved November 10, 2026, from https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/zinc-chloride

AMA 11th

Zinc chloride. sofidex. Reviewed August 3, 2026. Accessed November 10, 2026. https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/zinc-chloride

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