CVS Pharmacy Maximum Strength

Generic: BENZOCAINE

Over-the-Counter DrugDENTAL

Drug Information

Brand Name
CVS Pharmacy Maximum Strength
Generic Name
BENZOCAINE
Manufacturer
CVS Pharmacy
Product Type
Over-the-Counter Drug
Route
DENTAL
Application Number
13bf31c1-78e3-459f-9249-b0b6e2c17a13

Pharmacological Class

Standardized Chemical Allergen [EPC]

Active Ingredients

Indications & Usage

Uses temporarily relieves pain associated with the following mouth irritations toothache sore gums canker sores braces minor dental procedures

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 โ€œcaineโ€ 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.

Adverse Reactions

No specific warnings reported by FDA for this product.

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