Drug Facts
| Active ingredient | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Benzocaine 20% | Oral Anesthetic |
Uses
provides temprary relief of pain associated with the following mouth and gum irritations
- toothache
- sore gums
- canker sores
- braces
- minor dental procedures
- dentures
Warnings
Allergy Alert: Do not use this product if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine, or other "caine" anesthetics.
When using this product
- avoid contact with the eyes
- do not exceed recommended dosage
- do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a doctor/dentist
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days
- irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens
- swelling, rash or fever develops
Keep out of reach of children. If more than used for pain is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- adults and children 2 years of age and older: Wipe liquid on with cotton, or cotton swab, or fingertip. Apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily or as directed by a doctor/dentist
- children under 12 years of age: adult supervision should be given in the use of this product
- children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor/dentist
Other Information
- store at 20°–25°C (68°–77°F)
Inactive Ingredients
Benzyl Alcohol, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #10, Flavor, Methylparaben, PEG-8, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Saccharin
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