FDA Label for Kanka Softbrush

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Kanka Softbrush Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Blistex Inc. 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

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.


Otc - Purpose



Active ingredientsPurpose
Benzocaine 20.0% (w/w)Oral anesthetic/analgesic
Zinc Chloride 0.1% (w/w)Oral astringent

Uses



  • for the temporary relief of pain due to toothaches, canker sores, minor irritation of the mouth and gums caused by dentures or orthodontic appliances, or minor injury of the mouth or gums

Methemoglobinemia Warning



Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a serious condition that must be treated promptly because it reduces the amount of oxygen carried in blood. This can occur even if you have used this product before. 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

Do Not Use



  • for teething
  • in children under 2 years of age

When Using This Product



  • do not use this product for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days; if irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens; or if swelling, rash or fever develops, see your dentist or doctor promptly.
  • do not exceed recommended dosage.

Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



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:
    • twist base clockwise to dispense. It may take up to 10 full turns to dispense the initial dose, but subsequent uses should require less than 1 turn.
    • to clean brush tip, rinse with cold water
    • dry affected area and apply medication by gently brushing the affected area.
    • use up to 4 times daily, or as directed by a dentist or doctor
    • children under 12 years of age should be supervised in the use of this product
    • children under 2 years of age: do not use

Other Information



  • do not purchase if package has been opened
  • replace cap after use to prevent drying
  • avoid contact with the eyes
  • this is a personal care item, and should be used by one individual only
  • with zinc chloride, some color may be evident; this is normal

Inactive Ingredients



flavors, glycerin, PEG-8, PEG-75, phenoxyethanol, silica, sucralose


Principal Display Panel - 2.0 G Applicator Blister Pack



Blistex®

MAXIMUM STRENGTH
KANKA®

Soft Brush®
Tooth & Gum Pain Gel
ORAL ANESTHETIC/ASTRINGENT

Maximum Pain Relief

Dual Medications

Gentle Application

Easy Reach Design
Ultra Soft Tip
50+ Uses

Toothaches
Brace/Denture Irritation
Gum Discomfort
Canker Sores

Net Wt.
0.07 oz. (2.0 g)


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