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Periogel

Dosage form
GEL
Labeler
PERIO PROTECT, LLC
Label updated
2026-03-31
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
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Active Ingredient

Hydrogen Peroxide 1.7%(w/w)

Purpose

Oral Debriding Agent/Oral Wound Cleanser

Approved Uses

For temporary use in cleansing minor wounds or minor gum inflammation resulting from minor dental procedures, dentures, orthodontic appliances, accidental injury, or other irritations of the mouth and gums.

Warnings

Do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor. Spit out excess medication. Stop use and ask a doctor if

sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days

irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens

swelling, rash or fever develops.

Keep out of reach of children.

Directions for adults and children 2 years of age and older

Apply several drops to the affected area of the mouth.

Allow the medication to remain inplace at least 1 minute and then spit out.

Use up to 4 times daily after meals and at bedtime 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: Consult a dentist or doctor.

Other information

Store a controlled room temperature (68-77ºF) in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Inactive Ingredients

Ethyl alcohol (5%w/w), menthol, methyl salicylate, phosphoric acid, poloxamer 407, polysorbate 20, potassium sorbate, sodium saccharin, sorbitol, water, xylitol.

Label information

Keep out of reach of children.

복용법·사용법

Adults and children 2 years of age and older: cut tube tip close to the narrow end. Apply several drops of gel to the affected area of the mouth. Leave in place for at least one minute: spit out. Use up to 4 times daily after meals and at bedtime or as directed by a dentist or doctor. Children under 12 years of age should be supervised in the use of the product. Children under 2 years of age: consult a dentist or doctor.

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[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

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Periogel®

Oral Debriding Agent/Oral Wound Cleanser

(Hydrogen Peroxide)

Net Wt. 3oz. (85 g)

DailyMed Set ID: 1f9686b1-eac2-65b7-e063-6394a90a74fb · Version 5
NDC: 83381-3204