Benzocaine / Cetylpyridinium / Menthol / Tannic Acid
This multi-ingredient medication combines a local anesthetic, antiseptic, cooling agent, and astringent to provide relief from sore throat and minor mouth irritations. It is typically used as a lozenge or spray for temporary symptomatic relief of pain and discomfort in the mouth and throat.
A combination medication for temporary relief of sore throat and minor mouth discomfort using anesthetic, antiseptic, and soothing ingredients.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1089032
- Generic
- Benzocaine / Cetylpyridinium / Menthol / Tannic Acid
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Temporary relief of sore throat, minor mouth irritation, and throat discomfort. May also be used for relief of pain associated with canker sores or minor oral irritations.
Benzocaine provides local anesthetic effect to numb pain, cetylpyridinium acts as an antiseptic to reduce bacterial load in the mouth and throat, menthol provides a cooling sensation that soothes irritation, and tannic acid acts as an astringent to help reduce inflammation.
For oral use only; do not exceed recommended dosage. Not recommended for children under specified age limits without medical advice. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare provider if symptoms persist beyond 7 days, worsen, or if rash or swelling occurs. Rare risk of methemoglobinemia has been associated with topical anesthetics like benzocaine.
Official drug label
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