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Can I swallow my saliva after using bactidol?

I want to know can I swallow my saliva after using bactidol?


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Hexetidine (generic for Bactidol) is an antibacterial mouthrinse often used to treat or prevent sore throat and prevent illness. It is to be swished in your mouth, gargled if desired or needed, and then spit out. It is not to be swallowed after rinsing. Therefore, if I was using it, I'd spit out really well. After that, feel free to swallow your saliva.
There is not a lot of toxicity information on Bactidol (Hexatidine). There are cautions for use in pregnancy (embryotoxic) and possible allergy, but could not find much appropriate research.