What is the shelf life of Oraldene (hexetidine) mouthwash before first opening?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Oraldene (hexetidine) mouthwash has a shelf life of 2 years before first opening and 6 months after first opening.

OraldeneMcNeil Products Ltd · emc · SmPC §6.3 Shelf life · Version 7Document updated 23 February 2026

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

The answer

Oraldene (hexetidine) mouthwash has a shelf life of 2 years before first opening and 6 months after first opening.

OraldeneMcNeil Products Ltd · emc · SmPC §6.3 Shelf life · Version 7Document updated 23 February 2026

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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