Dyclonine
Dyclonine is a topical anesthetic that provides temporary relief from pain and itching by numbing the skin and mucous membranes. It is commonly found in over-the-counter products such as throat lozenges and topical creams for minor skin irritations.
Dyclonine is a topical anesthetic used to temporarily relieve minor pain and itching on the skin and mucous membranes.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- N01BX03
- RxNorm
- unknown
- Generic
- Dyclonine
- Class
- atc-n01
- Brands
- Sucrets Complete, Sucrets Sore Throat, Dyclopro, Sucrets
- Availability
- otc
- Pregnancy
- C
- Lactation
- unknown
- Half-life (h)
- 0
- Onset (min)
- 5
- Duration (h)
- 1
- Routes
- oral, topical
- Forms
- lozenges, topical spray, oral solution
- Regions
- United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Germany
- Monitoring
- allergic reactions, nausea, dizziness
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Dosage and administration
- Usual dose
- 1 lozenge every 2 hours as needed
- Maximum
- consult physician
- Frequency
- every 2 hours PRN
- Instructions
- Follow physician instructions
- Duration limits
- as prescribed
- Monitoring
- standard
- Usual dose
- 1 lozenge every 4 hours as needed
- Maximum
- consult physician
- Frequency
- every 4 hours PRN
- Instructions
- Follow physician instructions
- Duration limits
- as prescribed
- Monitoring
- standard
- Usual dose
- 1 lozenge every 2 hours as needed
- Maximum
- consult physician
- Frequency
- every 2 hours PRN
- Instructions
- Follow physician instructions
- Duration limits
- as prescribed
- Monitoring
- standard
Overdose information
Special Populations
9 groupspregnancy
first trimesteruse lowest effective dose
avoid unless benefits outweigh potential risks
monitor for any adverse effects
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
pregnancy
second trimesteruse lowest effective dose
avoid prolonged use
monitor for any adverse effects
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
pregnancy
third trimesteruse lowest effective dose
avoid excessive use close to delivery
monitor for any adverse effects
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
lactation
breastfeedingno adjustment needed
unlikely to pass into breast milk in significant amounts due to minimal systemic absorption
no specific monitoring required
geriatric
elderlyno adjustment needed for typical OTC use
use as directed, do not exceed recommended dose
no specific monitoring required
pediatric_age
children 2 12 yearsuse age-appropriate formulations
supervise use in children, do not exceed recommended dose
monitor for accidental ingestion
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
pediatric_age
children under 2 yearsconsult healthcare provider first
use only under medical supervision
medical supervision required
Use with caution and monitor for adverse effects.
renal_impairment
mild to moderateno adjustment needed
no dose modification required due to minimal systemic absorption
no specific monitoring required
hepatic_impairment
mild to moderateno adjustment needed
no dose modification required due to minimal systemic absorption
no specific monitoring required
Statistics and clinical data
Commonly prescribed since
General prescribing information
Drug class
Drug class classification
Common uses
Common therapeutic uses
Mechanism of action
Pharmacological mechanism
Used for temporary relief of minor pain and itching associated with sunburn, insect bites, minor burns, cuts, scrapes, and skin irritations; also used in throat lozenges for sore throat relief
Works as a topical anesthetic by blocking sodium channels in nerve endings, preventing the transmission of pain and itch signals to the brain
For topical use only; avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes (unless formulation is specifically designed for these areas); do not apply to large areas of broken or damaged skin; discontinue use if irritation or allergic reaction occurs; keep out of reach of children
Contraindications
Conditions and patient states where this medication should be avoided or used with caution.
Do not use (1)
Known allergy to this medication or its components
Use caution (1)
Consult healthcare provider for benefits vs risks assessment
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 27, 2026. · Read our editorial policy