Benzocaine / Lapyrium / Tyrothricin
This multi-ingredient topical medication combines a local anesthetic, an antiseptic surfactant, and a topical antibiotic. It is typically used for treating localized infections and associated pain or discomfort of the skin or mucous membranes. The combination addresses both infection control and symptom relief.
A topical multi-ingredient medication combining anesthetic, antiseptic, and antibiotic properties for treating localized infections with associated pain.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1007935
- Generic
- Benzocaine / Lapyrium / Tyrothricin
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used for the symptomatic relief and treatment of localized bacterial infections of the skin and mucous membranes, particularly in areas where pain and discomfort accompany the infection, such as minor wounds, skin irritations, or oropharyngeal conditions.
Benzocaine provides local anesthetic effects by blocking nerve conduction; Lapyrium acts as a cationic antiseptic surfactant with antimicrobial properties; Tyrothricin provides topical antibiotic activity against certain gram-positive bacteria through its gramicidin and tyrocidine components.
For topical use only; avoid application to large areas of broken skin or mucous membranes. Do not use if allergic to any component. Avoid contact with eyes. Use should be limited to the smallest effective area and duration. Not recommended for prolonged use without medical supervision. Consult a healthcare provider if symptoms persist or worsen.
Official drug label
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