Anbesol – Oral Pain Reliever – Maximum Strength – 0.33 OZ

Description

Anbesol – Oral Pain Reliever – Maximum Strength – 0.33 OZ

DRUG FACTS:

Active ingredient	Purpose
Benzocaine 20%	Oral pain reliever

Inactive ingredients:

benzyl alcohol, carbomer 934P, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, glycerin, methylparaben, natural flavor, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, saccharin

USES:  Temporarily relieves pain associated with the following mouth and gum irritations:

• Toothache
• Canker sores
• Sore gums
• Braces
• Minor dental procedures
• Dentures

DIRECTIONS:

To open tube, cut tip of the tube on score mark with scissors

Adults and children 2 years of age and over	Apply a pea-size amount to the affected area up to 4 times daily or as directed by a doctor/dentist
Children under 12 years of age	Adult supervision should be given in the use of this product
Children under 2 years of age	Do not use

For denture irritation:

• Apply thin layer to the affected area
• Do not reinsert dental work until irritation/pain is relieved
• Rinse mouth well before reinserting

WARNINGS:

Methemoglobinemia Warning:

Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a rare but 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

• Avoid contact with the eyes
• Do not exceed recommended dosage
• Do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a doctor/dentist

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• Sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days
• Irritation, pain, or redness lasts or worsens
• Swelling, rash, or fever develops

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.

Other Information:

• Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
• Do not refrigerate

Safety Sealed Tube: Do not use if tube tip is cut prior to opening.

Read and keep card for complete warnings and information.