Kank-A Dailymed
Generic: benzocaine is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections Burns Earache Fissure in Ano Hemorrhoids Herpes Simplex Otitis Externa Otitis Media Pain Pruritus Toothache Oral Ulcer
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Drug Facts
Active Ingredient
Benzocaine 20.0% (w/w)
Purpose
Oral anesthetic/analgesic
Uses
- for the temporary relief of pain due to canker sores, minor irritation of the mouth and gums caused by dentures or orthodontic appliances, or minor injury of the mouth or gums
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. 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
When using this product
- do not use this product for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days; if irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens; or if swelling, rash or fever develops, see your doctor or dentist promptly.
- do not exceed recommended dosage.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
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.
Directions
- adults and children 2 years of age and older:
- to assure formation of a long-lasting film coating, dry affected area and apply medication undiluted with applicator
- allow a few seconds for coating to form
- use up to 4 times daily, or as directed by a dentist or doctor
- children under 12 years of age should be supervised in the use of this product
- children under 2 years of age: do not use
Other Information
- do not purchase if package has been opened
- cap tightly after use to avoid evaporation
- avoid contact with the eyes
- avoid contact with clothing and household/ furniture surfaces to prevent possible staining
- this is a personal care li, and should be used by one individual only
Inactive Ingredients
benzyl alcohol, cetylpyridinium chloride, compound benzoin tincture, dimethyl isosorbide, ethylcellulose, flavor, octylacrylamide/acrylates/butylaminoethyl methacrylate copolymer, oleth-10, PEG-6, propylene glycol, ricinus communis (castor) seed oil, SD alcohol 38B (29.6% v/v), sodium saccharin, sucralose, tannic acid
Principal Display Panel - 9.75 Ml Bottle Package
MAXIMUMSTRENGTH
Bulex®
KANK+A ® MOUTH PAIN LIQUID ORAL ANESTHETIC
Maximum Pain Relief
Forms Protective Coating
For Sores Inside the Mouth
Canker Sores Denture Abrasions Brace Irritation
ADAAcceptedAmericanDentalAssociation®
CONVENIENTCONTROL-TIPAPPLICATOR
Net 0.33 fl. oz. (9.75 mL)
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