Chlorhexidine and dysgeusia Patient Reports February 11, 2012

Chlorhexidine Side Effects Report #4597599-1
Chlorhexidine side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from on Feb 28, 2005. Male patient, 68 years of age, weighting 192.0 lb, was diagnosed with periodontal disease and was treated with Chlorhexidine. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: dysgeusia, weight decreased. Chlorhexidine dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LOTRELL, PAXIL, NEXIUM. Patient recovered.

Chlorhexidine Side Effects Report #4625919-8
Chlorhexidine side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from on Mar 24, 2005. Male patient, 58 years of age, was diagnosed with gingival recession and was treated with Chlorhexidine. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: dysgeusia, lip dry. Chlorhexidine dosage: 15 ML, HS, ORAL. During the same period patient was treated with CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE. Patient recovered.

Chlorhexidine Side Effects Report #4629303-2
Chlorhexidine side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from on Mar 24, 2005. Male patient, 58 years of age, was diagnosed with gingival recession and was treated with Chlorhexidine. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: dysgeusia, lip dry. Chlorhexidine dosage: 15 ML, HS, ORAL/03/13-14/05-3/16/05. Patient recovered.