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Benzocaine MM

Uses
Benzocaine spray is used to numb the lining of the mouth and throat before certain medical procedures (e.g., intubation). It is also used to temporarily relieve pain from minor mouth/throat problems (e.g., sore throat, canker sores, minor dental procedures, mouth/gum injury). It is also used to decrease pain while dentures are being fitted and while your gums are adjusting to the dentures. It should not be used long-term to decrease pain from poorly fitting dentures. It is a local anesthetic that starts to numb the lining of the mouth and throat 15 to 30 seconds after application and lasts about 15 minutes.
Notes

Keep all regular medical, dental, and laboratory appointments.

Storage

Store spray at room temperature below 120 degrees F (50 degrees C) away from heat and open flame.
Because the contents of the canister are under pressure, do not puncture or burn the container.
Keep all medicines out of reach of children and pets.

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose may include: severe dizziness, severe drowsiness, seizures, slow/irregular heartbeat.

How To Use

Use this product as directed.
Follow all directions on the product package.
If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.This medication is usually sprayed within the mouth by a health care professional immediately before your procedure.Shake the can well before using.
If you are using this medication for self-treating a painful sore throat or mouth/gum problems, hold the spray can so the extension tube is 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1 centimeters) away from the area to be sprayed.
Spray for half a second.
Allow the medication to stay in the painful area for at least 1 minute, then spit out.
Do not swallow.
You may repeat the spray once if needed.
Do not use more than 2 sprays at once or use more than 4 times a day unless directed by your doctor.Avoid spraying in or near the eyes.
Do not breathe in the spray.Do not use large amounts or apply this more often than directed because the chance for serious side effects (including rarely fatal methemoglobulinemia) will increase.This medication numbs the mouth and throat.
This effect will make swallowing difficult and increase your risk of choking or swallowing the wrong way.
Do not eat or chew gum for 1 hour after this product is used or until your mouth/throat is no longer numb.
It is especially important to make sure children do not eat or chew gum for at least 1 hour after use of this medication.
Be careful not to accidentally bite your tongue or mouth.Stop using this medication and tell your doctor if your sore throat is severe, if it lasts more than 2 days, or if you have a fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea, or vomiting.
You may have a serious medical problem that may require different treatment.
If sore mouth symptoms last more than 7 days, stop using this medication and call your doctor or dentist.
If your condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.

Side Effects

Slight burning, tingling, or stinging may occur.
If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.If your doctor has directed you to take this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.This medication has rarely caused a very serious (possibly fatal) blood disease (methemoglobinemia).
This effect is more likely if you have breathing problems or certain diseases of the blood/metabolism (G6PD deficiency, pyruvate kinase deficiency, hemoglobin-M disease, NADH-methhemoglobin reductase deficiency), or if you smoke (see also Precautions section).
Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any of the following symptoms: headache, unusual anxiety, dizziness, shortness of breath, tiredness, pale/bluish/gray skin, fast heartbeat.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions

Before using benzocaine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other "caine" anesthetics (e.g., procaine) or if you have any other allergies.This product should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
Before using this product, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: certain enzyme deficiencies (G6PD deficiency, pyruvate kinase deficiency), certain blood problems (hemoglobin-M disease, NADH-methemoglobin reductase deficiency).If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product: breathing problems (e.g., asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, smoking history), heart disease.During pregnancy, this product should be used only when clearly needed.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is not known whether this product passes into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose

Not applicable.

Drug Interactions

If you are taking this product under your doctor's direction, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them.
Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use.

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