Benzocaine / Ethacridine
Benzocaine/Ethacridine is a topical combination medication that pairs a local anesthetic with an antiseptic agent. This formulation is typically used for surface analgesia and wound care, providing temporary pain relief while helping to reduce the risk of infection on the skin or mucous membranes.
A topical anesthetic-antiseptic combination used for pain relief and infection prevention on skin and mucous membranes.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1007670
- Generic
- Benzocaine / Ethacridine
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used for temporary relief of pain associated with minor skin irritations, wounds, burns, and mucous membrane procedures. May be applied before superficial medical procedures or for symptomatic relief of oral and genital irritation.
Benzocaine blocks sodium channels in nerve endings, preventing the generation and conduction of nerve impulses to provide local anesthesia. Ethacridine acts as an antiseptic by disrupting bacterial cell membranes and inhibiting microbial growth.
For topical use only. Avoid application to large areas or broken skin for extended periods. Not recommended for use in infants or young children due to risk of methemoglobinemia. Discontinue use if irritation, rash, or allergic reaction occurs. Consult a healthcare provider before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Official drug label
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