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Do you recommend chlorhexidine mouth rinse for prophylaxis against oral complications in patients undergoing dental work who are immunosuppressed?

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In patients who are immunosuppressed, do you prescribe chlorhexidine mouth rinse for prophylaxis if they are undergoing dental work?

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Rheumatology · University of California, Berkeley and San Francisco
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I have not, but would defer to dental/oral medicine colleague involved in patient care.

Specifically in Sjogren's, I do not recommend chlorhexidine (CH). CH (antimicrobial) is indicated for gingivitis and periodontitis. Many of the formulations contain alcohol and dye, which are irritating for dry mo...

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