Mouth ulcers or canker sores affect up to 60 % of the population. 1, 2 They cause redness, a burning sensation and/or pain. 3 Mouth ulcers can occur in any part of the mouth (such as the cheeks, lips or tongue). They are usually round or oval sores and are painful. 3, 4
These lesions cause difficulty in: 1,2
- Eating
- Speaking
- Swallowing
- Oral hygiene (brushing of teeth)
Although uncomfortable, they are usually harmless and clear up
by themselves in a week or two. 4
Causes and triggers of mouth ulcers
- Medication, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory
medications (NSAIDs) and antibiotics 5 - Genetics - 40 % of people with mouth ulcers have a family
history of mouth ulcers 6 - Food allergies like chocolate, cheese, tomato, strawberry,
wheat flour, & peanuts 1, 6 - A lack of vitamin B1, B2, B6 and B12 or micronutrients
such as zinc, folic acid and iron 6 - 90 % of people with mouth ulcers have a history of stress 1
- Injury to the mouth, such as braces 1
- Chronic diseases of the gut such as Crohn’s Disease,
inflammatory bowel disease and gluten intolerance 6 - HIV infection 6
Pyralvex® combines 2 active ingredients, Rhubarb Extract and Salicylic Acid to rapidly and effectively treat mouth ulcers.1
Available at your nearest pharmacy.
Ask your pharmacist for Pyralvex®.
How to use Pyralvex®
- Apply to the inflamed area with brush provided.
- Apply 3-4 times per day.
- Avoid rinsing the mouth or eating/drinking immediately
after use. - Apply after removing dentures.
Pyralvex® is indicated for adults and children 12 years of age and over.
- Seek medical advice if there is no improvement in condition.
- Maximum length of use is 14 days.
- Pyralvex® is contraindicated below the age of 12 years.
- Safety in pregnancy has not been established.
