Package insert / prescribing information
Generic name: benzocaine
Dosage form: gel
Drug class: Topical anesthetics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 22, 2022.
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Active IngredientBenzocaine 20%
Purpose
Anesthetic
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- toothache
- canker sores
- cold sores
- fever blisters
- minor dental procedures
- do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or a doctor
- if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine or other "caine" anesthetics
- avoid contact with the eyes
- do not exceed recommended dosage
- sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days
- swelling, rash or fever develops
- irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens
Directions adults and children 2 years of age and older:
- cut open tip of tube
- apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily or as directed by a dentist or doctor
- children under 12 years of age should be supervised in the use of the product
- children under 2 years of age, there is no recommended dosage except under the advice and supervision of a dentist or a doctor
- store at room temperature
- Lot No. and Exp. Date: see box or see crimp of tube
Package Label

Oral Gel MAXIMUM STRENGTH benzocaine gel |
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Labeler - Budpak Inc. (183224849) |
Establishment | |||
Name | Address | ID/FEI | Operations |
Ausmetics Daily Chemicals (Guangzhou) Co. Ltd. | 529836561 | manufacture |
Budpak Inc.
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