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Benzocaine and Menthol

OTC Topical RxCUI 2110600
Contents

Overview

Active ingredient
Benzocaine, Menthol, Unspecified Form
Established class
Standardized Chemical Allergen
Physiologic effect
Increased Histamine Release; Cell-mediated Immunity
Chemical structure
Allergens
Route
Topical
Label date
2026-06-01

Indications and usage

Uses Uses for the temporary relief of pain due to

  • canker sores
  • minor injury of the mouth and gums
  • minor irritation of the mouth and gums caused by dentures or orthodontic appliances

Purpose

Oral pain reliever

Dosage and administration

Directions

  • remove safety seal from bottle cap adults and children 2 years of age and over Apply product with applicator brush to the affected area. Use up to 4 times daily or as directed by a dentist or doctor. children between 2 and 12 years of age should be supervised in the use of this product 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 or 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 Flammable : keep away from fire or flame. Avoid smoking during application. Do not use
  • more than directed
  • for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor
  • for teething
  • in children under 2 years of age Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • swelling, rash or fever develops
  • irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens
  • sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days Keep out of reach of children. If more than is used for pain relief is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Do not use

  • more than directed
  • for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor
  • for teething
  • in children under 2 years of age

Stop use and ask a doctor if

and ask a doctor if

  • swelling, rash or fever develops
  • irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens
  • sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days

Active ingredient (label)

s Benzocaine 20% Menthol 0.1%

Inactive ingredients

s alcohol (54.5% by volume), flavor, PEG-8, red 40, sodium saccarin, water, yellow 5

Keep out of reach of children

of children. If more than is used for pain relief is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.