Kills germs that cause bad breath, plaque & the gum disease gingivitis. Compare to the active ingredients of Listerine (This product is not manufactured or distributed by Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Products, distributor of Listerine). ADA Accepted. American Dental Association. (The ADA Council on Scientific Affairs' Acceptance of Western Family Blue Mint Antiseptic Mouth Rinse is based on its finding that the product is effective in helping to prevent and reduce gingivitis and plaque above the gumline, when used as directed). Cold weather may cloud this product. Its antiseptic properties are not affected. Made in the USA.