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Indications

Anbesol maximum strength liquid is a topical pain reliever used to reduce pain and irritation from toothaches, gum pain, canker sores, and dental appliances.

Benzocaine is a topical anesthetic agent that reduces pain by numbing your skin through the interruption of nerve signals. This allows Anbesol maximum strength liquid to relieve tooth and gum pain as well as irritation caused by dental appliances like dentures or aligners.

Dosage and Administration

The administration regimen for Anbesol maximum strength liquid that is recommended by your healthcare provider will vary depending on the individual and oral pain being treated. Follow all directions for use provided by your healthcare provider and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best results. Do not use this anesthetic medication more than prescribed for longer than recommended.

• Wash hands before and after use
• Use a cotton swab or fingertip to gently wipe the liquid onto the affected mouth area
• To relieve irritation from dental appliances, wipe a thin layer onto the affected area and wait until your pain is relieved
• Rinse your mouth well before reinserting any dental device once relief has been achieved
• Apply up to 4 times each day or as instructed by your healthcare provider
• Do not use Anbesol maximum strength liquid for longer than 7 days unless directed to do so by your healthcare provider
• Contact your healthcare provider if your pain does not reduce within 7 days of treatment
• Avoid contact with your eyes when applying
• Do not eat or drink for up to 1 hour after applying Anbesol to your gums or mouth
• Children between the ages of 2 and 12 should be monitored during application
• Store at room temperature away from children and pets
• Do not store in the fridge or freezer

Side Effects

Anbesol maximum strength liquid may cause you to develop some side effects while numbing your gums and the inside of your mouth. Speak with your healthcare provider to learn more about any symptoms that you may have during treatment.

Common Anbesol maximum strength liquid side effects:

• Mild irritation or stinging where applied
• Tenderness or redness of areas that you treat

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse reactions may occur during treatment with Anbesol maximum strength liquid. Stop using this medication and contact your healthcare provider if you develop any of the following symptoms:

• Severe burning or stinging where medication was applied
• Tenderness or redness of areas treated
• Rash, fever

Anbesol maximum strength liquid may cause you to develop a serious condition that lowers the oxygen in your tissues to dangerously low levels. This condition is called methemoglobinemia and could occur after one use or many. Seek immediate medical help if you develop any of the following symptoms:

• Headache, tiredness, confusion
• Fast heart rate
• Light-headed feeling
• Shortness of breath
• Pale blue or gray appearance of your skin, lips, or nails

Allergic Reactions

Do not use Anbesol maximum strength liquid if you are allergic to benzocaine or any other anesthetic of the same type such as procaine or butacaine. Stop using this medicine and call your healthcare provider right away if you notice any of the following signs of an allergic reaction:

• Hives
• Trouble breathing
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Rash, fever

Cautions

• Do not use Anbesol maximum strength liquid to relieve pain from teething.
• Anbesol maximum strength liquid may cause you to develop a dangerous condition known as methemoglobinemia which lowers the oxygen levels in your body tissues. Contact your healthcare provider right away if you develop any of the following signs: pale gray or blue coloured skin, lips, or nails, confusion, headache, light headedness, fast heart rate, or unusual tiredness or weakness.
• To ensure your safety when using Anbesol maximum strength liquid, tell your healthcare provider if you have ever had any of the following conditions:
  • Heart disease
  • Hereditary metabolic disorder that affects your red blood cells
  • Breathing problems including asthma, bronchitis, or emphysema
  • Infection in or around your mouth
  • Sores in or around your mouth
• It is not expected for Anbesol to interact with other drugs, but you should tell your healthcare provider about all the medications you use, including over the counter medicines, but especially any of the following:
  • Hyaluronidase
  • St John’s wort
  • Medicines that contain nitrates or nitrites such as nitroglycerin
• Contact your healthcare provider if your pain does not improve within 7 days of treatment with Anbesol maximum strength liquid.
• Contact your healthcare provider if you develop a severe sore throat or one that occurs accompanied by a high fever, headache, nausea, or vomiting. These symptoms may indicate an infection.
• Avoid contact with your eyes while administering Anbesol maximum strength liquid. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
• Avoid swallowing the medication while applying to pain points in your mouth and wait for up to an hour after administration to eat or drink to avoid ingesting too much of the medication.
• Anbesol maximum strength liquid should not be used in children under the age of 2.

Form and Strength

This anesthetic medicine is available in liquid form.

• Anbesol liquid strength:
  • 20%

The 20% Anbesol maximum strength liquid is available in volumes of 13ml.

FAQ

What happens if you use too much Anbesol liquid?

It is recommended that you only apply a small amount of Anbesol maximum strength liquid to pain points on your gums or on the inside of your mouth up to 4 times each day for no more than 7 days. This helps prevent your body from absorbing too much anesthetic medicine.

Can you put Anbesol maximum strength liquid directly on your tooth?

Anbesol maximum strength liquid is designed to be applied to your gums or the inside of your mouth to relieve pain caused by toothaches, dental appliances, and more. If you have a toothache, wipe the liquid onto the tooth and surrounding gums. Follow all instructions for use offered by your healthcare provider for the best results.

Resources:

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