Quote Originally Posted by chris-uk View Post
The only thing I found the same active ingredient (chlorhexidine gluconate) in it was a medicated mouthwash... makes me think it isn't officially distributed here.
Yeah, that won't be strong enough. Mouthwashes are typically less than 1% chlorhexidine gluconate. The funny thing is, mouthwashes with that ingredient still require a prescription here. The skin cleansers with 4% chlorhexidine gluconate can be purchased OTC. Go figure.

Yes, what is available OTC will vary depending on country. In the U.S., 3% hydrogen peroxide is labeled in a way that gives instructions on how to use it as a mouthwash. peroxide is also found in toothpastes and whiteners. Not so in Canada as hydrogen peroxide hasn't been approved for oral use.