Benzocaine / Isopropyl Alcohol
Benzocaine/Isopropyl Alcohol is a topical otic medication combining a local anesthetic agent with an antiseptic. It is commonly used to relieve ear pain and discomfort associated with minor infections or inflammation of the outer ear canal, such as swimmer's ear.
Topical ear medication combining anesthetic and antiseptic properties for temporary relief of ear pain and mild outer ear infections.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1006916
- Generic
- Benzocaine / Isopropyl Alcohol
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used to relieve pain and discomfort in the external ear canal, commonly for conditions such as otitis externa (swimmer's ear), minor ear canal irritation, and inflammation. May also be used to soften earwax before removal procedures.
Benzocaine provides local numbing by blocking nerve signal transmission in the applied area, while isopropyl alcohol acts as an antiseptic to help reduce microbial growth in the ear canal.
For topical otic use only—do not insert into the middle ear or use if the eardrum is perforated. Avoid use if there is excessive ear drainage, rash, or signs of systemic infection. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare provider if pain worsens or no improvement occurs within a few days. Keep out of reach of children.
Official drug label
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