FDA Label for Bencocaine Topical Anesthetic
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Bencocaine Topical Anesthetic Product Label
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Active Ingredients
Benzocaine 200 mg (in each g)
Purpose
Oral Anesthetic
Indications & Usage
For oral mucosal use only, as directed by dentist. For the temporary relif of pain due to minor dental procedures.
Warnings
Warnings
Methemoglolllnemla
warning: Use of this product
may cause methemoglobinemia,
a seriouscondit~n that must be
treated promptly because tt
reduces the amount of oxygen
carried in the 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
Allergy Alert
Allergy Alert Do not use on
patients with a history of
allergies to local anesthetics
suchasprocaine,butacaine,
benzocaine or other "caine"
anesthetics.
Do Not Use
•for more than 7 days unless directed by a physician. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days; irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens; or worsens; or if swelling, rash or fever develops,see your physician promptly.
• for teething
•in children under 2 years of age
When Using This Product
Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, flush with water.
Do Not Exceed Recommended Dosage
If more than used for pain is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
If Pregnant Or Breast Feeding,
ask a physician before use.
Directions
• Apply only amount needed to
the oral mucosa to prevent or
relieve pain.
• children under 2 years of age:
do not use
Other Information
Store at 59 -86°F(15-30°C).
Protect from freezing.
Inactive Ingredients
flavoring, PEG 3350, PEG 400, sodium saccharin.
Questions Or Comments?
800.GO.BENCO or benco.com
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