Allantoin Benzocaine Camphor Petrolatum
A topical multi-ingredient medication commonly used for lip conditions such as cold sores and fever blisters. It combines a local anesthetic, soothing agent, skin protectant, and healing promoter to provide temporary relief from pain, itching, and discomfort while protecting the affected area.
Topical lip medication for cold sore relief combining anesthetic, soothing, and protective ingredients.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1008548
- Generic
- Allantoin / Benzocaine / Camphor / Petrolatum
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- Anbesol Cold Sore Therapy
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Temporary relief of pain, itching, and discomfort associated with cold sores, fever blisters, and minor lip or skin irritations. May also be used for chapped lips and minor burns.
Benzocaine provides local anesthetic effect to numb pain, camphor creates a cooling sensation and mild pain relief, allantoin promotes skin healing and regeneration, and petrolatum forms a protective barrier to lock in moisture and shield the affected area.
For external use only on lips and skin. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Do not use on deep wounds, animal bites, or serious burns. Not recommended for individuals with allergies to any ingredients. Consult a healthcare provider if symptoms worsen or persist beyond 7-10 days. Keep out of reach of children.
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