CVS PharmacyMaximum Strength

20% Benzocaine

temporarily relieves pain associated with mouth and gum irritations, toothache, sore gums, canker sores, braces, minor dental procedures, dentures

Oral pain reliever

• to open tube, cut tip of tube on score mark with scissors
• 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 dentist/doctor.
• 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 a thin layer to the affected area; do not reinsert dental work intil irritation/pain is relieved; rinse mouth well after reinserting

Blue 1, Carbomer, Flavor, Glycerin, Polyethylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Red 40, Sodium Saccharin, Sorbic Acid, Water, Yellow 10

Methemoglobinemia Warning: USe of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a rare but 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.

Do not use for teething, in children under 2 years of age

Keep out of reach of children. If more than used for pain is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

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