Benzocaine, menthol
Brand names: Toothache and Gum Relief, Dermoplast Pain relieving, Cherry Sore Throat Lozenges
Warnings
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 Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days, or if irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens, see your dentist or doctor promptly. 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.
Overdose
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Uses
Uses - temporarily relieves these symptoms occasional minor irritation, pain, sore mouth and sore throat
Dosage forms & strengths
Directions adults and children 5 years and older - allow 1 lozenge to dissolve slowly in mouth. May be repeated every two hours as necessary or as directed by a doctor children under 5 years - do not use
Ingredients
Active Ingredients (in each lozenge) Benzocaine 15mg Menthol 3.6mg
Inactive Ingredients Corn starch, FD&C red #40, glucose syrup, glycerin, medium chain triglycerides, natural and artificial flavors, propylene glycol, soybean oil, sucrose, and water.