KANKA SoftBrush

Generic: BENZOCAINE AND ZINC CHLORIDE

Over-the-Counter DrugORAL

Drug Information

Brand Name
KANKA SoftBrush
Generic Name
BENZOCAINE AND ZINC CHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Blistex Inc
Product Type
Over-the-Counter Drug
Route
ORAL
Application Number
093f3545-1d8e-48a3-a533-e9c3ae6d740b

Pharmacological Class

Standardized Chemical Allergen [EPC]

Active Ingredients

Indications & Usage

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

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 Allergy alert: do ...

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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 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. 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.

Adverse Reactions

No specific warnings reported by FDA for this product.

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KANKA SoftBrush - Side Effects, Warnings, Uses | FDA Drug Database