CankerMelts (BENZOCAINE)
CankerMelts (BENZOCAINE) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: CankerMelts; Generic name: BENZOCAINE; Drug class: Standardized Chemical Allergen [EPC].
| Brand name | CankerMelts |
|---|---|
| Generic name | BENZOCAINE |
| Drug class | Standardized Chemical Allergen [EPC] |
| Manufacturer | Quest Products, LLC |
| Used for | Uses for temporary relief of pain associated with: canker sores minor irritation mouth sores |
| Dosage | Directions Adults and children age 5 and older: Affix one tablet as directed below and allow to slowly dissolve in the mouth. May be repeated every 2 hours as needed or directed by a doctor or dentist. This product may last over 2 hours. Placement: CankerMelts are bi-layered tablets with a dimple on the adhesive side and a pain reliever on the domed side marked CM. Place the adhesive side with a dimple against teeth or gums or braces or appliance. Place opposite or adjacent to the sore. Hold tab |
| Warnings | Warnings Methemoglobinemea warning: Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemea, 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: D |
| Active ingredient(s) | Active Ingredient (in each self-adhering tablet) Benzocaine 15mg |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=070dae82-14c2-66d2-e063-6394a90ab259 |