Aphthous Ulcers
Features
Painful ulcers in oral cavity
Management
- Avoid mucosal irritants like beetle nut/ tobacco / lime chewing. Usually, self-limiting. No treatment needed.
- Usual practice is to give-
- Tab Polybion (Vitamin B complex) 1 tab once daily for a week And/or
- Benzycol (Chlorhexidine) mouth wash 2-3 times a day for a week If severe also use
- boroglycerine gel or paste use twice daily
- Tab Flagyl (metronidazole) 400 mg TDS x 5 days
Disclaimer: This guide is an educational reference for healthcare professionals. It does not replace clinical judgement — always follow your hospital's protocols and current guidelines.