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Canker Sores

Also indexed as:Aphthous Stomatitis, Aphthous Ulcers, Mouth Ulcers
Pain caused by canker sores can make it difficult to eat, drink, or speak. How can you soothe the pain and shorten the healing time? According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
Drug
Benzocaine
Carbamide Peroxide
Chlorhexidine
Hydrocortisone
Oral Wound Care Products
Tetracycline
Drug
Amlexanox
Benzocaine
Chlorhexidine
Demeclocycline
Doxycycline
Hydrocortisone
Minocycline
Oral Wound Care Products
Penicillin G Procaine
Penicillin V
Tetracycline
Triamcinolone
Triamcinolone Acetonide

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