What is oral mucositis?

Oral mucositis is an acute inflammatory and ulcerative complication of the mucosal membrane that commonly occurs during cancer therapy. It can cause intense pain, ulcerative lesions, dysphagia, and may impair the ability to talk, eat and swallow.

Who is at risk of developing oral mucositis?

It is estimated that 97% of patients who receive radiotherapy for head and neck cancer will develop some form of mucositis. Additionally, 40% of patients receiving chemotherapy will develop some degree of mucositis. Patients undergoing haematopoietic stem cell transplantation are also at high risk.

How should I use Mucosamin® Mouthwash?

Pour 5-10ml of Mucosamin® Mouthwash into your mouth, distribute the product evenly throughout your oral cavity and keep it in your mouth for at least one minute. Use 3-4 times a day. Do not rinse after treatment. For the rear sections of the oral cavity, the product can be gargled. It may be diluted with water according to severity of symptoms.

How should I use Mucosamin® Spray?

Apply a uniform layer into your oral cavity by repeatedly spraying until the entire affected area is covered. Use 3-4 times a day according to the severity of symptoms. The spray's long nozzle helps target hard-to-reach areas.

Can Mucosamin® be used with other treatments?

Yes, Mucosamin® can be used alongside other prescribed treatments. There are no reported interactions with drugs or medicinal substances. Both the mouthwash and spray can also be used together for comprehensive management. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment.

How long does treatment typically last?

Treatment duration varies depending on individual response and the severity of symptoms. Clinical studies have shown healing times typically range from 7 to 21 days, with significant pain reduction often occurring within 2 hours and progressive improvement over 14 days.

Mucosamin® - Oral Mucositis & Dry Mouth Treatment

Name: Mucosamin® Mouthwash
Brand: Mucosamin
Price: 34.75 GBP
Availability: InStock

Main Benefits of Mucosamin®

Prevent - Soothe - Heal

Treats Oral Mucositis and Dry Mouth Conditions

Indicated for the treatment of oral mucositis due to radiotherapy or chemotherapy and other dry mouth conditions.²

Prevents and Delays Onset

When used before the start of chemotherapy or radiotherapy, helps to reduce the incidence of mucositis.¹

Reduces Pain & Discomfort

Helps reduce pain and burning sensations. Provides short and long-term pain relief.³ Well tolerated across all age groups. No reported adverse events or drug interactions.⁴

Creates a Protective Film and Facilitates Healing

Forms a protective layer that covers ulcerated mucosa and helps promote the wound healing process.³

Improves Patient Well-being

Progressively improves ability to swallow foods and liquids. May help reduce treatment interruptions.⁴

Available on Prescription

Mucosamin products are available on prescription through the NHS Drug Tariff.

Instructions

Quick reference guide. For complete instructions, please refer to each product's Instructions For Use (IFU)

Mucosamin Mouthwash

250ml

When to Use

For Prevention: Start 7 days before radiotherapy or chemotherapy to help reduce the incidence of mucositis
During Treatment: Continue throughout radiotherapy or chemotherapy for pain relief and symptom management
After Treatment: Continue for 7-14 days (or longer) after treatment ends for wound healing and recovery
For Dry Mouth: When symptoms are present to provide relief and maintain oral comfort

Before Treatment

Remove any foreign matter from the ulcerated area by rinsing or gently cleaning with gauze

How to Apply

Gently pour 5-10ml of Mucosamin® Mouthwash into the mouth
Distribute the product evenly throughout the oral cavity, concentrating on the damaged area
Keep in your mouth for at least one minute
Do not rinse after treatment
For the rear sections of the oral cavity, the product can be gargled
The product may be diluted with water according to the severity of symptoms

Frequency

Use three or four times a day (or as required)

Dietary Advice

It is advisable to combine the use of Mucosamin® Mouthwash with a diet free of acidic or spicy foods

View Complete Instructions For Use (IFU)

Mucosamin Spray

30ml

When to Use

During Treatment: For targeted treatment of mucositis lesions during radiotherapy or chemotherapy
After Treatment: Continue for wound healing and recovery
For Hard-to-Reach Areas: The special spray formulation allows easy application to difficult to reach areas of the mouth

Before Treatment

Remove any foreign matter from the ulcerated area by rinsing or gently cleaning with gauze

How to Apply

Apply a uniform layer to the whole oral cavity, concentrating on the damaged area
Direct the tip of the device onto the damaged areas
Spray repeatedly until the entire affected area is covered

Frequency

Use three or four times a day according to the severity of the symptoms

Dietary Advice

It is advisable to combine the use of Mucosamin® Spray with a diet free of acidic or spicy foods

View Complete Instructions For Use (IFU)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mucosamin used for?

Mucosamin is used for the prevention and treatment of oral mucositis and associated symptoms in patients undergoing cancer treatment (radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy) such as dry mouth conditions. Mucositis is a common side effect of cancer treatment that causes the lining of your mouth to become sore and inflamed.

Both Mucosamin Mouthwash and Mucosamin Spray are indicated for:

Oral mucositis induced by cancer treatment (chemotherapy, radiotherapy or both)
Dry mouth conditions (xerostomia)
Burning mouth syndrome
Oral lesions and inflammation
Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (mouth ulcers)

Who can use Mucosamin?

Mucosamin can be used by patients experiencing mucositis from cancer treatment, those with dry mouth conditions and burning mouth syndrome.

What does Mucosamin contain?

Mucosamin contains a patented formulation of sodium hyaluronate and four synthetic amino acids: glycine, L-proline, L-leucine, and L-lysine HCl. These amino acids assist in wound repair protecting healthy tissue (mucosa) from damage whilst supporting wound healing.

How often should I use Mucosamin?

Use three or four times (or more) a day according to the severity of the symptoms.

How should Mucosamin be used?

Mucosamin Mouthwash

Gently pour 5-10 ml into the mouth and distribute evenly throughout the oral cavity
Keep in the mouth for at least 1 minute. Can be gargled for rear sections
Use 3-4 times daily. Spit out excess, do not rinse afterwards
Do not drink, eat or rinse your mouth for at least one hour after application
May be diluted with water if required

Mucosamin Spray

Apply a uniform layer by repeatedly spraying targeted affected areas
Cover the entire affected area
Use 3-4 times daily according to the severity of symptoms
Do not drink, eat or rinse your mouth for at least one hour after application

Important: Both Mouthwash and Spray can be used during treatment. Combine with a diet free of spicy or acidic foods.

When should I start using Mucosamin?

Mucosamin can be used throughout your treatment journey. It may be used pre-treatment to help protect the oral mucosa, during treatment for pain relief and symptom management, and post-treatment for healing and recovery.

For optimal prevention, treatment should ideally commence before the start of radiotherapy or chemotherapy.

For dry mouth conditions, Mucosamin can be used when symptoms are present to provide relief and maintain oral comfort.

Are there any side effects?

Safety Profile: Mucosamin has been evaluated across nine clinical studies involving 679 patients with no adverse events reported.

The only contraindication is known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. There are no reports of interactions with drugs or medicinal substances. There are no known secondary effects during pregnancy and breastfeeding, however use should be at healthcare professional's discretion.

How should Mucosamin be stored?

Mucosamin should be stored between 8°C and 30°C in a cool, dry place away from moisture and heat sources. Do not store in the refrigerator. Do not use if packaging has been opened or damaged, or after the expiry date. Keep out of reach of children.

How can I obtain Mucosamin?

Prescription: Mucosamin Mouthwash and Mucosamin Spray may be prescribed by your GP or hospital consultant.

NHS Drug Tariff: Both products are listed in the NHS Drug Tariff Part IXA.

Purchase Online: Available for purchase through our online Shopify store at Shopify or Amazon UK or through specialist healthcare suppliers.

Mucosamin Mouthwash

250ml

PIP Code: 408-8464

Mucosamin Spray

30ml

PIP Code: 408-8480

What clinical evidence supports Mucosamin?

Mucosamin is supported by nine comprehensive clinical studies involving 679 patients. This represents one of the most extensive clinical databases for oral mucositis management.

Key Clinical Findings:

Rapid pain relief: Significant pain reduction within just 2 hours of application²
Clinical effectiveness: 89% reduction in oral mucositis incidence with prophylactic use³
Complete healing: Nearly 8 in 10 patients achieved complete lesion healing within 14 days²
No adverse events: Zero adverse events or drug interactions reported across all studies^1-9

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