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Chlorhexidine topical and Bad Taste: What Users Say

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Bad taste: mentioned by 4 users (6.2%)

Based on user experiences from 65 Chlorhexidine topical reviews, the following table shows the most commonly mentioned side effects.

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burning 12.3%
rash 12.3%
allergic reaction 9.2%
itching 9.2%
bad taste 6.2%
swelling 6.2%
dry mouth 4.6%
mouth sores 4.6%
pain 4.6%

Reviews for Chlorhexidine topical

Showing 4 reviews tagged with "bad taste". Clear filters to view all 65 reviews.
Commonly mentioned side effects
  • gri...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • January 25, 2018

For Gingivitis "My dentist just prescribed me Peridex for gingivitis - 2x/daily for 2 weeks. I noticed a positive difference in my gums just after a couple of uses. Slight inflammation decreased, and my gums became pinker and tighter. There is a negative side effect for me, though: I constantly have a strong bitter taste on the back of my tongue, which decreases or alters the taste of most foods. It's awful, so I'm looking forward to the end of the 2-week regimen. I just hope I don't get any staining on my teeth that some people complain about (but it is able to be cleaned off)."

9 / 10
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  • Pea...
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • June 28, 2018

For Periodontitis "I had wisdom teeth removed. I started rinsing about 12 hours later, and it's day 3. My gums are healing fast. Also, I have braces, so it's soothing. I didn't like the aftertaste, but to have healthy teeth, gums, and bones, I'll stick with it. I can always pop a Tic Tac in or chew dental chewing gum."

9 / 10
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  • Cja...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • August 28, 2020

For Gingivitis "I was told to use this 4 times a day for 2-3 weeks after getting 2 wisdom teeth removed. My tongue feels like it’s been rubbed by sandpaper, my gums hurt now, and there is a strong, awful taste on the back of my tongue. I hate this stuff."

1 / 10
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  • Hop...
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • March 6, 2021

For Gingivitis "I just had the beginnings of gum disease, I think. Weird taste, and the dentist said it looked very early stage. It's fine now, though. Chlorhexidine is great, but what also works great is tea tree oil in alcohol mouthwash. Take care, all :)"

8 / 10
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