Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
CVS Health MAXIMUM STRENGTH Oral Anesthetic BENZOCAINE 20% 0.5 FL OZ (14.7 mL) Card R5
- CVS Health MAXIMUM STRENGTH Oral Anesthetic BENZOCAINE 20% 0.5 FL OZ (14.7 mL) Card R5
Overview
Uses temporarily relieves pain associated with the following mouth irritations toothache sore gums canker sores braces minor dental procedures
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily relieves pain associated with the following mouth irritations toothache sore gums canker sores braces minor dental procedures
Dosage & Administration
Directions Adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to affected area using applicator tip 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
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings 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 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 more than directed for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor for teething in children under 2 years of age Stop use and ask a doctor if swelling rash or fever develops irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens symptoms do not improve in 7 days allergic reaction occurs Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Purpose
Purpose Oral Anesthetic
Do Not Use
Do not use more than directed for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor for teething in children under 2 years of age
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if swelling rash or fever develops irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens symptoms do not improve in 7 days allergic reaction occurs
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Storage & Handling
Other information do not use if package has been opened store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
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