Benzocaine / Dextromethorphan
Benzocaine/Dextromethorphan is a combination medication used to temporarily relieve sore throat pain and suppress cough. Benzocaine provides local numbing of the throat while dextromethorphan acts on the brain to reduce the urge to cough. This medication is typically used for short-term relief of symptoms associated with upper respiratory infections.
A combination throat lozenge/spray medication that numbs throat pain and suppresses cough for temporary relief of sore throat and related symptoms.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 214298
- Generic
- Benzocaine / Dextromethorphan
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- Cepacol Sore Throat Plus Cough
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Temporary relief of sore throat pain, mouth irritation, and cough suppression associated with common colds, flu, or other upper respiratory infections. Often found in throat lozenges, sprays, or liquid formulations.
Benzocaine is a topical local anesthetic that blocks nerve signals in the affected area to temporarily numb pain. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that acts on the cough reflex center in the brain to reduce the frequency of coughing.
Should not be used in children under certain ages (typically under 4-6 years depending on formulation) due to risk of serious side effects. Avoid use with MAOI antidepressants or within 2 weeks of stopping them. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Do not exceed recommended dose. Stop use and consult a doctor if symptoms persist beyond 7 days, worsen, or are accompanied by fever.
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