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PureLife Topical Anesthetic is a brand name for Benzocaine. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: Use For oral mucosa only, as directed by dentist. For the temporary relief of pain due to minor dental procedures.
Verbatim from this product's FDA label. Tap a section to expand.
Directions Apply only amount needed to the oral mucosa to prevent or relieve pain. children under 2 years of age: do not use
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 the 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 on patients with a history of allergies to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine or other "caine" anesthetics.
Do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a physician. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days; irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens; or if swelling, rash or fever develops, see your physician promptly. for teething in children under 2 years of age When using this product Avoid contact with eyes.
If contact occurs, flush with water. Do not exceed recommended dosage. If more than used for pain is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a physician before use.
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 the 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 on patients with a history of allergies to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine or other "caine" anesthetics.
Do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a physician. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days; irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens; or if swelling, rash or fever develops, see your physician promptly. for teething in children under 2 years of age When using this product Avoid contact with eyes.
If contact occurs, flush with water. Do not exceed recommended dosage. If more than used for pain is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a physician before use.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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