Amphoteric surfactant for the treatment of aphthous ulcers

摘要

The present invention relates to the use of an amphoteric surfactant in the manufacture of a composition for the prevention, inhibition and/or reduction of aphthous ulcers. Preferably, the compositions are oral compositions such as toothpastes and mouthwashes. The oral composition is especially preferably in a gel form. Preferably the amphoteric surfactant is a betaine, particularly a fatty acidamidoalkylbetaine.