Benzocaine And Menthol, Unspecified Form
Over-the-CounterBrand names: Kanka Triple Action
About This Medication
Oral preparation used for symptom management and health support.
Active Ingredients
| Ingredient | Strength |
|---|---|
| Benzocaine | - |
| Menthol, Unspecified Form | - |
Indications & Usage
Dosage & Administration
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings METHEMOGLOBINEMIA WARNING Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a serious condition that must be treated promptly because it reduces the amount of oxygen carried in blood. This can occur even if you have used this product before. Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if you or a child in your care develops: pale, gray, or blue colored skin (cyanosis) headache rapid heart rate shortness of breath dizziness or lightheadedness fatigue or lack of energy Allergy alert do not use this product if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine, or other "caine" anesthetics. Do not use for teething in children under 2 years of age When using this product do not use this product for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days; if irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens; or if swelling, rash or fever develops, see your dentist or doctor promptly. do not exceed recommended dosage. Keep out of reach of children. If more than used for pain is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Uses for the temporary relief of pain associated with canker sores, minor irritation of the mouth and gums caused by dentures or orthodontic appliances, or minor injury of the mouth or gums.
Directions Adults and children 2 years of age and older Apply to affected area up to 4 times daily or as directed by a dentist or doctor Children between 2 and 12 years of age Ask a doctor before use. Should be supervised in the use of this product Children under 2 years of age Do not use
Warnings METHEMOGLOBINEMIA WARNING Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a serious condition that must be treated promptly because it reduces the amount of oxygen carried in blood. This can occur even if you have used this product before. Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if you or a child in your care develops: pale, gray, or blue colored skin (cyanosis) headache rapid heart rate shortness of breath dizziness or lightheadedness fatigue or lack of energy Allergy alert do …
Benzocaine And Menthol, Unspecified Form is available over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
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- • DailyMed — Benzocaine And Menthol, Unspecified Form drug label (National Library of Medicine)
- • openFDA — Benzocaine And Menthol, Unspecified Form label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
- • RxNorm — RXCUI 1006079 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
- • NDC Directory — Benzocaine And Menthol, Unspecified Form (FDA National Drug Code)
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Data sources: DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS