Bioadherent Oral

Bioadherent Oral is an oral gel used for treat mucositis and oral irritation.

• Bioadherent Oral is available under the following different brand names: Gelclair

Common side effects of Bioadherent Oral include:

• burning sensation in the mouth

Serious side effects of Bioadherent Oral include:

• none 

Rare side effects of Bioadherent Oral include:

• none

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

• Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors;
• Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
• Serious heart symptoms include fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or passing out. 

This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Adult and pediatric dosage

Concentrated oral gel

• 15 mL/packet

Mucositis & Oral Irritation

Adult and pediatric dosage

• Rinse diluted solution around the mouth for at least 1 minute or as long as possible to coat tongue, palate, throat, inside of cheeks, and all oral tissue thoroughly
• Gargle and spit out
• Use 3 times a day or as needed

Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows: 

• See “Dosages”

If your medical doctor is using this medicine to treat your pain, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor, health care provider, or pharmacist first.

• Bioadherent Oral has no noted severe interactions with any other drugs.
• Bioadherent Oral has no noted serious interactions with any other drugs.
• Bioadherent Oral has no noted moderate interactions with any other drugs.
• Bioadherent Oral has no noted minor interactions with any other drugs.

This information does not contain all possible interactions or adverse effects. Visit the RxList Drug Interaction Checker for any drug interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all your products. Keep a list of all your medications with you and share this information with your doctor and pharmacist. Check with your healthcare professional or doctor for additional medical advice, or if you have health questions or concerns.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity

Effects of drug abuse

• None

Short-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Bioadherent Oral?”

Long-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Bioadherent Oral?”

Cautions

• Do not use any packet that is not intact (torn, split, or otherwise damaged in any way)
• If no improvement is noticed after 7 days, consult a physician

Pregnancy and Lactation

• Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks during pregnancy
• Lactation
  • Unknown whether distributed in breast milk