What is Anbesol/Benzocaine - non Rx used for?

This medicine is used to temporarily relieve sore gums caused by teething in infants and children 4 months of age and older. Some products may be used to relieve toothache pain.

If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

How should Anbesol/Benzocaine - non Rx be stored?

Store at room temperature. Keep away from fire or flame.

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When should Anbesol/Benzocaine - non Rx not be taken?

Do not give this medicine if you or your child are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine or to similar medications

What precautions should I follow when taking Anbesol/Benzocaine - non Rx?

Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you or your child are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you or your child have any other medical condition

What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Anbesol/Benzocaine - non Rx?

When using this medicine avoid contact with your eyes, do not exceed recommended dosage, do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a doctor/dentist

What are the side effects of Anbesol/Benzocaine - non Rx?

Most severe:  Irritation; rash; pain; fever.

Most common: Irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens

Other: Swelling, rash, or fever

How should I take Anbesol/Benzocaine - non Rx?

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Wash hands before using this medicine. Apply a small amount of this medicine to the affected gum area with fingertips or cotton swab. Do not use this medicine more than 7 days. This medicine should only be used for toothache until you see your dentist. It should not be used long-term. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days, or if irritation, pain, rash, or fever develops, see a dentist or doctor at once. Fever and nasal congestion are not symptoms of teething and may indicate infection. If these symptoms continue, talk with your doctor. Some of these products may contain the dye tartrazine (FD&C Yellow No. 5), which can cause allergic reaction in some people. Talk with your health care provider or pharmacist. Do not stop taking this medicine without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medicine. Do not take more medicine than is prescribed unless advised to do so by your doctor or health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider.