Family Wellness is a brand name for Benzocaine. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: Uses temporarily relieves pain associated with the following mouth and gum irritations: toothache canker sores minor dental procedures dentures sore gums braces
Verbatim from this product's FDA label. Tap a section to expand.
Directions 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
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
Warnings Methemoglobinemia warning:
Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a 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.
If more than used for pain is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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