Name
Zeroflog 0.074 g/100 ml mouthwash, 1 bottle
Diclofenac acid
What is it and what is it for?
The active ingredient in Zeroflog is diclofenac acid. This medicine is used to treat the symptoms of irritation and inflammation, including those associated with pain in the mouth and throat (oropharyngeal cavity), such as inflammation of the gums, mouth, or throat (gingivitis, stomatitis, pharyngitis). This medicine is also used when these symptoms result from dental treatment for tooth extraction or restoration.
Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse.
What you need to know before taking the medicine
Don't use Zeroflog
- if you are allergic to diclofenac acid or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6);
- if you are allergic to aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) or other similar medicines (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs);
- if you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy.
Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Zeroflog.
Don't worry if you accidentally swallow the dose of the solution used for rinsing and gargling. This won't cause any harm to you, as the amount of active ingredient in a mouthwash dose is equivalent to one-fifth to one-sixth of the dose intended for systemic use (the dose of pills, tablets, or capsules you swallow). You can use Zeroflog even if you suffer from celiac disease (intolerance to gliadin, a protein found in some cereals).
Be especially careful with Zeroflog:
- if you use this medicine for a long time, as it may cause allergic reactions (sensitization). In this case, stop using this medicine and contact your doctor for appropriate treatment;
- if you have a history of stomach bleeding (gastrointestinal haemorrhage) or stomach perforation related to previous active treatments;
- if you have a history of stomach bleeding or a recurring stomach mucosal injury (recurrent peptic ulcer, two or more distinct episodes of proven ulceration or bleeding).
Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Diclofenac is generally well tolerated, and side effects are rare. Prolonged treatment may cause coughing.
Frequency not known (frequency cannot be estimated from the available data) Burning sensation in the mouth.
In clinical studies with ZEROFLOG 0.074 g/100 ml mouthwash, the following adverse reactions were observed in only a small number of treated patients:
a) of mild severity:
- Nausea, dyspepsia;
- Hypotension;
- Chills;
- Changes in vision;
b) of moderate severity:
- Heachache;
- Alterations of the mucous membranes;
Use of topical preparations, especially if prolonged, may cause allergic reactions (sensitization). In this case, discontinue treatment and consult your doctor.
Following the instructions in the package leaflet reduces the risk of side effects.
Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effects, including any not listed in this leaflet, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at: https://www.aifa.gov.it/content/segnalazionireazioni-avverse .
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.