PSP
PSP Mouthwash Tablets 1000 Pcs
Low stock (15 units)Regular price LE 1,070.00 EGPUnit price /Unavailable
How to Choose the Right Mouth Wash for Your Practice
- Active Ingredient Class — Chlorhexidine gluconate (0.12–0.2%) remains the gold-standard antiplaque agent for short post-surgical courses; cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) offers milder, non-staining antimicrobial action suited to daily long-term use; fluoride rinses target caries prevention rather than plaque control.
- Recommended Duration of Use — Chlorhexidine is generally limited to 2-week courses due to extrinsic tooth staining and taste alteration with prolonged use, while CPC and fluoride formulations are formulated for indefinite daily use without the same staining profile.
- Alcohol-Free vs. Alcohol-Based Formulation — Alcohol-free rinses avoid the burning sensation and mucosal drying that alcohol-based formulas can cause, making them preferable for patients with xerostomia, pediatric patients, or post-surgical soft-tissue sensitivity.
- Delivery Format — Effervescent dissolvable tablets reduce shipping weight and bottle breakage risk compared with ready-to-use liquid, and offer a longer shelf life before reconstitution, which matters for clinics stocking bulk inventory.
- Concentration and Dilution Requirements — Confirm whether a product is dispensed ready-to-use or requires dilution before patient use; an undiluted concentrate used at full strength can cause mucosal irritation.
- Indication Match — Match the formulation to the clinical goal: chlorhexidine for post-periodontal-surgery plaque control, CPC for general daily antimicrobial maintenance, fluoride rinse for caries-risk patients.
Mouth Wash Types at a Glance
| Active Ingredient | Typical Use Duration | Key Consideration | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorhexidine gluconate | Short course (≤2 weeks) | Causes tooth staining with prolonged use | Post-periodontal surgery, acute plaque control |
| Cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) | Daily, long-term | Milder, minimal staining | Routine daily antimicrobial maintenance |
| Fluoride rinse | Daily, long-term | Targets remineralization, not plaque | Caries-risk patients, orthodontic patients |
| Effervescent tablet format | Varies by active ingredient | Reconstituted before use | Bulk clinic stocking, extended shelf life |
Availability & Delivery in Egypt
MedSTA supplies PSP mouthwash tablets and other antiseptic rinse formulations, priced in EGP with delivery across Cairo, Giza, and all Egyptian governorates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Chlorhexidine vs. CPC mouthwash — which should I recommend for short-term vs. daily use?
Chlorhexidine vs. CPC mouthwash — which should I recommend for short-term vs. daily use?
Chlorhexidine gluconate is the stronger antiplaque agent and is typically prescribed for short courses of 2 weeks or less, such as after periodontal surgery, because prolonged use causes tooth staining and taste alteration. Cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) is milder and better suited to open-ended daily maintenance use.
Why choose a tablet-format mouthwash over a ready-to-use liquid?
Why choose a tablet-format mouthwash over a ready-to-use liquid?
Effervescent dissolvable tablets are lighter and more compact to ship and store than liquid bottles, resist breakage in transit, and generally hold a longer shelf life before reconstitution, which is useful for a clinic maintaining bulk stock.
Alcohol-free vs. alcohol-based mouthwash — when should each be recommended?
Alcohol-free vs. alcohol-based mouthwash — when should each be recommended?
Alcohol-free formulations avoid the burning sensation and mucosal drying alcohol can cause, making them the better choice for patients with xerostomia, pediatric patients, or those recovering from oral surgery. Alcohol-based rinses remain acceptable for adult patients without these sensitivities.
How long can a patient safely use chlorhexidine mouthwash continuously?
How long can a patient safely use chlorhexidine mouthwash continuously?
Chlorhexidine is generally limited to courses of around 2 weeks due to progressive extrinsic staining of teeth and restorations and temporary taste alteration; patients needing longer-term antimicrobial support should be transitioned to a CPC-based rinse instead.
Does MedSTA supply mouthwash with delivery across Egypt, and how should it be stored?
Does MedSTA supply mouthwash with delivery across Egypt, and how should it be stored?
MedSTA delivers mouthwash, including PSP tablet-format products, to clinics across Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, and all Egyptian governorates. Store tablets in their sealed packaging away from humidity, since Egypt's climate can cause effervescent tablets to prematurely absorb moisture and degrade before use.