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Benzocaine

Dosage form
SWAB
Labeler
Dynarex Corporation
Label updated
2011-03-22
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
BENZOCAINE
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active Ingredient

Active Ingredient                             Purpose                  

Benzocaine, 6% w/v                       Topical Analgesic

Isopropyl Alcohol, 70% w/v              Antiseptic

Purpose
  • For temporary relief of pain and itching associated with minor burns, scrapes and insect bites.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center.
Indications and Usage
  • For temporary relief of pain and itching associated with minor burns, scrapes and insect bites.
Warnings

Warnings:

  • For external use only.
  • Flammable, keep away from fire or flame.

Dosage

Directions:

  • Adults and children 2 years of age and older, apply to affected area 3-4 times daily.
  • Children under 2 years; consult a physician.






Inactive Ingredients
  • Inactive Ingredient: Water.
Do Not Use
Do not use: 

  • With electrocautery procedures.
  • In the eyes.

Stop Use
Stop use:

  • If irritation and redness develop.
  • If condition persists for more than 72 hours, consult a physician.

Storage and Handling
  • Avoid excessive heat.
  • Store at room temperature: 15 - 30 degrees C (59 - 86 degrees F)
Principal Display

Sting and Bite Pad

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]




DailyMed Set ID: bb512b89-0e05-4361-af87-bc27f2e2e7a1 · Version 3
NDC: 67777-235