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What happens if someone accidentally swallows mouthwash?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

A doctor suggested using a Chlorhexidine mouthwash, but I unknowingly swallowed it. I am worried about what will happen now, and I do not know what should I do now. Will I have any serious problems after swallowing the mouthwash? I am 25 years old, and I think I have swallowed a minimal amount of mouthwash. Will I die?
Answered by Dr. Rakshana Devi M

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Dr. Rakshana Devi is a Dental Surgeon who graduated from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University in 2020. She has three years of clinical experience. She is qualified to diagnose and treat diseases that affect the gums and teeth and do Dental Scaling, Root Canal Treatment, Tooth Extraction, Impacted Tooth Surgery, Replacement of Teeth, Rigid and Flexible Denture, Dental Filling, and Bleeding Gums Treatment. She is actively involved in all Dental Rrocedures and can serve patients effectively.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

There is nothing to worry about because you swallowed a minimal amount of mouthwash, and it will not cause any discomfort. In case you have any discomfort, I suggest you consult a general surgeon.

I suggest you take a half-cup of mouth wash, mix it with drinking water and gargle it. Use it at night, and avoid overusing the mouthwash. Certain people might develop stains after overusing the mouthwash.

I hope this has helped you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Anuthanyaa. R
Published At June 21, 2022
Reviewed At November 5, 2024

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rakshana Devi is a Dental Surgeon who graduated from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University in 2020. She has three years of clinical experience. She is qualified to diagnose and treat diseases that affect the gums and teeth and do Dental Scaling, Root Canal Treatment, Tooth Extraction, Impacted Tooth Surgery, Replacement of Teeth, Rigid and Flexible Denture, Dental Filling, and Bleeding Gums Treatment. She is actively involved in all Dental Rrocedures and can serve patients effectively.

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Education:

BDS

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Dr. Anuthanyaa is a Dental Surgeon who has an impeccable interest in serving people. She graduated BDS from J. K. K. Nataraja Dental College and Hospital, Bhavani. She is a part of the medical reviewer team at iCliniq, a global telemedicine platform. She is actively involved in surgical procedures and has a proven record of managing patients utilizing exceptional communication skills.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rakshana Devi is a Dental Surgeon who graduated from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University in 2020. She has three years of clinical experience. She is qualified to diagnose and treat diseases that affect the gums and teeth and do Dental Scaling, Root Canal Treatment, Tooth Extraction, Impacted Tooth Surgery, Replacement of Teeth, Rigid and Flexible Denture, Dental Filling, and Bleeding Gums Treatment. She is actively involved in all Dental Rrocedures and can serve patients effectively.

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