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Sensicaine TM ExtraTopical Anesthetic

Dosage form
GEL
Labeler
Safco Dental Supply Co.
Label updated
2018-11-11
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
Benzocaine
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingridients (in each gram)

Benzocaine 200 mg

Purpose

Oral Anesthetic

Use

For oral mucosal use only, as directed by dentist. For the temporary relief of pain due to minor dental procedures.

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 on patients with a history of allergies to local anesthetics such as benzocaine or other "caine" anesthetics.

Sore throat warning:If sore throat is severe,persists for more than 2 days,is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea,or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days, or if irritation,pain, or redness persist or worsen, see your dentist or doctor promptly.

Do not use
  • for teething
  • in children under 2 years of age
Label information

When using this product Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, flush with water.

Label information

If pregnant or breast feeding, consult a doctor before use.

Label information

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Directions
  • adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply only amount needed to the oral mucosa to prevent or relieve pain
  • children under 2 years of age: do not use
Other information
  • Store at 59 - 86ºF (15 - 30ºC).
  • Protect from freezing.
Inactive ingredients

flavoring, PEG 3350, PEG 400, sucralose. May contain D&C Red #33, FD&C Red #40, D&C Green #5, FD&C Yellow #5 as a color additive.

Questions or comments?

800-621-2178

www.safcodental.com

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - Jar Label

SAFCO
SensiCaineTM Extra

Topical Anesthetic Gel

Contains 20% Benzocaine

Strawberry Flavor

For Professional Use Only

1 oz. (34 g)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 531326b8-27dc-4a46-b664-bcd67e9ce757 · Version 3
NDC: 67239-0216