Top 7 Gels for Mouth Ulcer (Canker Sores/Aphthous Ulcer) in Pakistan for Adults and Children – Recommended by Pharmacist.
Mouth Ulcers are defined as small sores that form on your gums, lips, tongue, inner cheeks or roof of your mouth Typically appear as shallow, round or oval spots with a yellow-white center and a red border, more specifically known as aphthous ulcer or Canker sore. They often cause irritation, pain, and burning and stingy feel.
This is one of the top most problem encountered due to the following reasons:
The first and foremost step is to identify the cause of the mouth ulcer (canker sores) and rectifying it whether it includes correcting vitamin deficiency or modifying the lifestyle habits e.g. avoidance of spicy food and hot drinks along with abandoning the irrational use of medicines e.g. NSAIDs (using without any indication of pain), or harsh chemicals containing toothpastes and hard bristles toothbrushes etc.
Though no medication like B-blockers or nicorandil, should be stopped without proper consultation with the attending physician.
One of the most important things is to identify the difference between the mouth ulcer (Canker sores), and the oral thrush as both have different route causes and treatment. So, before starting the treatment Let’s first look at the difference between the two:
Feature | Oral Thrush | Canker Sore |
Cause | Fungal infection (Candida albicans) | Non-infectious — often due to stress, injury, or certain foods |
Appearance | Creamy white patches that can be wiped off (may leave red surface) | Small, round/oval ulcer with white or yellow center and red border |
Pain | Mild to moderate burning | Sharp pain, especially when eating spicy/acidic food |
Location | Anywhere in mouth, including tongue, cheeks, palate | Inside lips, cheeks, tongue, or gum base — never on the outer lips |
Contagious? | Yes | No |
Treatment | Antifungal medicines (nystatin, fluconazole) | Topical gels, mouth rinses, avoid triggers |
Common in | Babies, denture wearers, people with weak immunity | Teens, young adults, anyone under stress or with mouth injury |
Now it’s the time to unlock the top most recommended gels for mouth ulcers (Canker sores) which are highly recommended by the pharmacists and physicians.
So, let’s break the suspense:
Most commonly recommended gels for mouth ulcer (Canker sores) in Pakistan are as follow:
- Dentisept Gel®
- Somogel®
- Clinical Gel®
- Enziclor Gel®
- Bonjela®
- Citacol gel®
- Kenalog In Orabase gel®
Dentisept Gel® For Mouth Ulcers:
The clinical pearls of dentisept gel are as follow:
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Dentisept Gel® |
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Analgesic/Antiseptic |
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· Benzydamine HCL 1% w/w · Cetylpyridinium Chloride 0.1 %w/w |
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Oro-dental disorders like stomatitis, aphthous ulcer (Canker sores), plaque, gingivitis, denture ulcers, burning mouth syndrome, Oro-pharyngeal disorders like sore throat, tonsilitis, pharyngitis, and Part of remedial plan following throat surgery |
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Above 6 years of age, apply small quantity to the affected area every 2-3 hr to a maximum of 12 times per day.
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Pregnancy Lactation Children <6yr of age |
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Avoid Contact with eyes Not to be swallowed |
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· Alteration in taste · Reversible Staining of teeth after prolonged use · Increase calculus formation |
2. Somogel® for Mouth Ulcers
Clinical Points | SomoGel® |
🔖Drug Category | Antiseptic/Local Anesthetic (Pain relieving) |
⚕️Composition | · Lignocaine INN 0.6% w/w · Cetylpyridinium Chloride 0.02 %w/w · Menthol 0.06% w/w · Eucalyptol 0.1% v/w · Ethanol 33% v/w
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✅Indications | Localized lesion of mouth like stomatitis, aphthous ulcer (Canker sores), glossitis, gingivitis, and teething troubles in babies |
👩⚕️Dosage | Apply a small quantity to the sore area. Repeat every three hours. |
⚠️Precautions | Avoid Contact with eyes 👁️ Not to be swallowed 🍽️ |
😓Adverse Effects |
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3. Clinica gel® for Mouth Ulcers
Clinical Points | Clinica Gel® |
🔖Drug Category | Antibacterial + Antifungal |
⚕️Composition | · Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.2% w/w
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✅Indications | Peridontal infections, gingivitis, plaque reduction, periodontal hygiene, pre and post implantation patients and oral candidiasis |
👩⚕️Dosage | Above 6 years of age, apply small quantity to the affected area 2-3 times a day.
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🚫Contraindication | Children <6yr of age 🧒 |
⚠️Precautions | Avoid Contact with eyes 👁️ Not to be swallowed 🍽️ |
😓Adverse Effects | Reversible Staining of teeth after prolonged use
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4. Enziclor gel® for Mouth Ulcers
Clinical Points | Enziclor Gel® |
🔖Drug Category | Analgesic/Antiseptic |
⚕️Composition | · Benzydamine HCL 1% w/w · Cetylpyridinium Chloride 0.1 %w/w |
✅Indications | Oro-dental disorders like stomatitis, aphthous ulcer (Canker sores), plaque, gingivitis, denture ulcers, burning mouth syndrome, Oro-pharyngeal disorders like sore throat, tonsilitis, pharyngitis, and Part of remedial plan following throat surgery |
👩⚕️Dosage | Above 6 years of age, apply small quantity to the affected area every 2-3 hr to a maximum of 12 times per day
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🚫Contraindication | Pregnancy 🤰 Lactation 🍼and Children <6yr of age 🧒 |
⚠️Precautions | Avoid Contact with eyes 👁️ Not to be swallowed 🍽️ |
😓Adverse Effects | · Alteration in taste · Reversible Staining of teeth after prolonged use · Increase calculus formation |
5. Bonjela® for Mouth Ulcers
Clinical Points | Bonjela Gel® |
🔖Drug Category | Antiseptic/Salicylate |
⚕️Composition | Active ingredient: Choline salicylate 8.7% (NSAID) Other ingredients: Also contains: |
✅Indications | Oral ulcers, painful stomatitis, gingivitis, & stomatitis Infant teething & Denture discomfort |
👩⚕️Dosage | Adults & Children over 4 months: Take gel on the tip of index finger and rub gently on the affected area, every 3-4 hourly No more than 6 doses should be given in 24 hours.
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🚫Contraindication | Third trimester of Pregnancy 🤰 Lactation 🍼and Children <4months of age 🧒 Stomach Ulcer Unless a doctor has told you to, do not use in children under 16 years of age with or recovering from chickenpox, influenza or fever. |
⚠️Precautions | Avoid Contact with eyes 👁️ Not to be swallowed 🍽️ Avoid prolong use |
6. Citacol® for Mouth Ulcers
Clinical Points | Citacol Gel® |
🔖Drug Category | Analgesic/Antiseptic |
⚕️Composition | · Benzydamine HCL 1% w/w · Cetylpyridinium Chloride 0.1 %w/w |
✅Indications | Oro-dental disorders like stomatitis, aphthous ulcer (Canker sores), plaque, gingivitis, denture ulcers, burning mouth syndrome, Oro-pharyngeal disorders like sore throat, tonsilitis, pharyngitis, and Part of remedial plan following throat surgery |
👩⚕️Dosage | Above 6 years of age, apply small quantity to the affected area every 2-3 hr to a maximum of 12 times per day
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🚫Contraindication | Pregnancy 🤰 Lactation 🍼and Children <6yr of age 🧒 |
⚠️Precautions | Avoid Contact with eyes 👁️ Not to be swallowed 🍽️ |
😓Adverse Effects | · Alteration in taste · Reversible Staining of teeth after prolonged use · Increase calculus formation |
7. Kenalog In Orabase® for Mouth Ulcers
Clinical Points | Kenalog In Orabase® |
🔖Drug Category | Corticosteroid |
⚕️Composition | · Triamcinolone Acetonide 0.1% |
✅Indications | Lesions of oral mucosa (canker sores, and traumatic lesions etc.) Relieves pain and inflammation |
Steps to using Kenalog in Orabase®
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🚫Contraindication | Don’t use in following conditions, unless prescribed by your doctor: Pregnant or planning to conceive Sensitivity to triamcinolone Have infection in mouth or throat or have TB , stomach ulcer, herpes lesions of known viral origin or diabetes
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⚠️Precautions | Avoid Contact with eyes 👁️ Not to be swallowed 🍽️ |
😓Adverse Effects | · Irritation · Burning · itching · Thinning of mucosal lining with prolong use |
References
NHS. (n.d.). Mouth ulcers. NHS. Retrieved August 17, 2025, from https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/mouth-ulcers/
Cleveland Clinic. (2023, June 6). Mouth ulcers: Types, causes & treatment. Cleveland Clinic. Retrieved August 17, 2025, from https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21766-mouth-ulcer
Tariq, W. M. (2023). PharmaGuide (26th ed.). PharmaGuide Publishing Company.
Reckitt Benckiser Pty Ltd. (2023). Bonjela Teething & Mouth Ulcer Gel 15g [Product webpage]. Bonjela Australia. Retrieved August 17, 2025, from https://www.bonjela.com.au/products/teething-mouth-ulcer-gel/
Aspen Pharmacare Australia Pty Ltd. (2024). What is Kenalog in Orabase®? Kenalog in Orabase® | Treatment for Mouth Ulcers. Retrieved August 17, 2025, from https://www.kenalog.com.au/kenalog/
