Benzocaine
Hurricaine is a brand-name topical anesthetic medication containing benzocaine that provides temporary numbing relief for oral and pharyngeal discomfort. It is commonly used in medical settings for procedures involving the mouth and throat, as well as for temporary relief of toothache, gum pain, and sore throat symptoms.
Hurricaine is a topical anesthetic containing benzocaine that temporarily numbs the mouth and throat to relieve pain and discomfort.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 258349
- Generic
- Hurricaine
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
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- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Hurricaine is used to temporarily relieve pain and discomfort associated with minor mouth and throat irritations, including toothache, gum pain, canker sores, minor burns, and sore throat. It is also used in medical settings to numb the oral and pharyngeal mucosa during minor procedures such as intubation, endoscopy, or dental work.
Hurricaine contains benzocaine, a local anesthetic that works by blocking nerve signals (sodium channels) in the area where it is applied. This action prevents the nerves from sending pain signals to the brain, resulting in temporary numbness of the affected tissue.
Hurricaine is for topical use only and should not be swallowed in large amounts. It should not be used in children under 2 years of age due to the risk of methemoglobinemia, a rare but serious condition. Patients with a history of benzocaine allergy or methemoglobinemia should avoid this medication. Consult a healthcare provider before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, or using other medications.
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