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Antibacterial Activity: Hexetidine exhibits broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against various Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, as well as fungi and some viruses. It works by disrupting the cell membrane integrity of microorganisms, leading to their death.
Oral Hygiene: Hexetidine is widely used in mouthwashes and gargles for the prevention and treatment of oral infections, including gingivitis, stomatitis, and pharyngitis. It helps reduce plaque formation, control bad breath (halitosis), and promote overall oral hygiene.
Sore Throat Relief: Hexetidine-containing throat sprays or gargles are effective in providing temporary relief from sore throat symptoms, such as pain, irritation, and inflammation.
Topical Antiseptic: Hexetidine solutions or sprays are also used topically for wound cleansing and as an antiseptic for minor cuts, abrasions, and skin infections. It helps prevent bacterial growth and promotes wound healing.
Fungal Infections: Hexetidine has antifungal properties and can be used in the treatment of fungal infections of the mouth and throat, such as oral thrush (oral candidiasis) caused by Candida albicans.
Vaginal Infections: In gynecology, hexetidine is sometimes used as a vaginal douche or wash for the treatment of vaginal infections, including bacterial vaginosis and vaginal candidiasis.
Mode of Action: Hexetidine acts by disrupting the cell membrane of microorganisms, leading to leakage of cellular contents and ultimately cell death. It also inhibits the adherence of bacteria to oral surfaces, thereby reducing plaque formation and preventing infection.
Safety: Hexetidine is generally well-tolerated when used as directed. However, some individuals may experience minor side effects such as temporary taste disturbances, mild irritation, or allergic reactions. It is important to follow the recommended dosage and usage instructions provided by healthcare professionals.
Pregnancy and Lactation: The safety of hexetidine use during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been fully established. Pregnant or lactating individuals should consult healthcare professionals before using products containing hexetidine.
Drug Interactions: There are no known significant drug interactions with hexetidine. However, it is advisable to inform healthcare providers about all medications and supplements being taken to avoid potential interactions.
We extend modifiers to include items that changes the parent and child taxa. I.e. for a species, that would be the genus that is belongs to and the strains in the species.
A higher number indicates impact on more bacteria associated with the condition and confidence on the impact.
We have X bacteria high and Y low reported. We find that the modifier reduces some and increases other of these two groups. We just tally: X|reduces + Y|Increase = Positive β X|increases + Y|decrease = Negative.
Benefit Ratio:
Numbers above 0 have increasing positive effect.
Numbers below 0 have increasing negative effect.