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Ipana 20% Benzocaine Topical

Generic: BENZOCAINE

100%
Basic Information
Manufacturer
Maxill Inc.
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
DENTAL
FDA Set ID
f36bb9bd-e9bc-4f35-a388-e0ffadbce6ab
Purpose
Purpose Oral Anesthetic
Indications & Usage
Use For oral mucosal use only, as directed by dentist.

For the temporary relief of pain due to minor dental procedures.
Warnings
Warnings ​Allergy alert: ​Do not use on patients with a history of allergies to local anesthetics such as benzocaine or other "caine" anesthetics.

​Do not use ​for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor.

If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days; irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens; or if swelling, rash or fever develops, see your dentist or doctor promptly.

​When using this product ​avoid contact with eyes.

If contact occurs, flush with water.

​Stop use and consult a health care practitioner ​if the following symptoms appear: weakness, confusion, headache, difficulty breathing, and/or pale, grey or blue colored skin, as these may be signs of methemoglobinemia, a rare disorder, which may appear up to 2 hours after use.

​Do not exceed recommended dosage.

​If more than used for pain is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

​If pregnant or breastfeeding, ​ask a health professional before use.