Dosing and uses of Cankaid, Gly-Oxide (carbamide peroxide oral)
Adult dosage forms and strengths
oral solution/liquid
- 10%
- 15%
- 20%
Canker Sores or Gum Irritation
Apply several drops to affected area, expectorate after 2-3 minutes, Or
Place 10 drops on tongue, mix with saliva, swish in mouth for several minutes, then expectorate
May repeat up to 4 times/day
Oral Hygiene
Liquid 15%: Every day use; apply to toothbrush, cover with toothpaste, brush & expectorate
Pediatric dosage forms and strengths
oral solution/liquid
- 10%
- 15%
- 20%
Canker Sores or Gum Irritation
Age >2 years: As adults; apply several drops to affected area, expectorate out after 2-3 minutes, Or
Place 10 drops on tongue, mix with saliva, swish in mouth for several minutes, then expectorate
May repeat up to 4 times/day
Oral Hygiene
15% liquid (age >2 years): As adults; every day use; apply to toothbrush, cover with toothpaste, brush & expectorate
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Cautions
Overgrowth of opportunistic infections possible with prolonged use
Consult dentist or physician if severe or persistent oral inflammation persists
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy category: C
Lactation: Not secreted into breast milk
Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek advice of health professional before using OTC drugs
Pregnancy categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.
C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done.
D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk.
X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist.
NA: Information not available.
