FDA Label for Anbesol Cold Sore Therapy

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Anbesol Cold Sore Therapy Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Glaxosmithkline Consumer Healthcare Holdings (us) Llc. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

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Drug Facts

For external use only


Otc - Purpose



Active ingredientsPurposes
Allantoin 1%Skin protectant
Benzocaine 20%Fever blister/cold sore treatment
Camphor 3%Fever blister/cold sore treatment
White petrolatum 64.9%Skin protectant

Uses



  • temporarily relieves pain associated with fever blisters and cold sores
  • relieves dryness and softens fever blisters and cold sores

Methemoglobinemia Warning



Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a rare but serious condition that must be treated promptly because it reduces the amount of oxygen carried in blood. Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if you or a child in your care develops:

  • pale, gray, or blue colored skin (cyanosis)
  • headache
  • rapid heart rate
  • shortness of breath
  • dizziness or lightheadedness
  • fatigue or lack of energy

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.


Do Not Use On



  • deep or puncture wounds
  • animal bites
  • serious burns

When Using This Product



  • avoid contact with the eyes
  • do not exceed recommended dosage

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • condition worsens
  • symptoms persist for more than 7 days
  • symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days

Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.


Directions



  • to open tube, cut tip of the tube on score mark with scissors
  • adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to the affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
  • 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

Other Information



store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)


Inactive Ingredients



aloe barbadensis leaf extract, benzyl alcohol, butylparaben, glyceryl monostearate, isocetyl stearate, menthol, methylparaben, mineral oil, propylparaben, sodium lauryl sulfate, vitamin E, white wax


Questions Or Comments?



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ointment

Anbesol®
Cold Sore
THERAPY

Fever Blister/
Cold Sore
Treatment

MAXIMUM STRENGTH

NET WT
0.33 OZ
(9 g)


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ointment
WITH
Vitamin E
& Aloe

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Anbesol®
Fever Blister/Cold Sore Treatment

Cold Sore THERAPY

MAXIMUM
STRENGTH

DOCTOR
RECOMMENDED

Instant
Pain Relief

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