cetylpyridinium chloride + zinc lactate

Cetylpyridinium chloride + zinc lactate is a fixed-dose combination used primarily in oral care products such as mouthwashes and rinses. Cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) is a cationic quaternary ammonium compound with broad-spectrum antiseptic properties, effective against bacteria and other microorganisms. It acts by disrupting microbial cell membranes, leading to cell death, thereby reducing dental plaque, gingivitis, and halitosis. Zinc lactate serves as an additional antimicrobial agent that helps eliminate halitosis (bad breath) by inhibiting the growth of odor-causing bacteria and inactivating certain viruses. The combination has demonstrated efficacy in reducing oral bacterial load, preventing plaque formation, controlling gingivitis, and providing long-lasting breath protection[1][3][5][7][8].

Brand names

Colgate TotalScope All DayCrest Pro-Health Advantage

Other names

CPC + zinc lactatecetylpyridinium chloride and zinc lactate