Benzocaine Rectal ointment Health Article

Generic name(s):

Benzocaine Rectal ointment

Brand name(s):

Americaine, Americaine Anesthetic Lubricant, Americaine Hemorrhoidal, Anacaine, Anbesol Baby, Anbesol Cold Sore, Anbesol Gel, Anbesol Liquid, Anbesol Liquid Cool Mint, Anbesol Maximum Strength, Babee Teething Lotion, Benz-O-Sthetic, Benzo-O-Stetic, Benzocaine, Bicozene, Boil Ease Pain Relieving, Cepacol Dual Relief Sore Throat Cherry, Cepacol Dual Relief Sore Throat Mint, Cepacol Extra Strength, Cepacol Extra Strength Cherry, Cepacol Extra Strength Cherry Sugar Free, Cepacol Extra Strength Citrus, Cepacol Extra Strength Honey Lemon, Cepacol Extra Strength Menthol, Cepacol Extra Strength Menthol Sugar Free, Cepacol Maximum Strength Honey Lemon, Cepacol Maximum Strength Menthol, Cepacol Maximum Strength Mint, Chigger-Tox, Chiggerex, Chloraseptic, Dermoplast, Dermoplast Antibacterial, Detane, Foille Plus, Hurricaine, Hurricaine Kit, Hurricaine Snap-n-Go, Isodettes, Lanacane, Lanacane Maximum Strength, Lanacane with Aloe, Maintain, Medicone, Mosco Nail A Cain, Num-Zit, Numzident, OraMagic Plus, Orabase Baby Teething Gel, Orabase Gel-B, Orabase Lip Healer, Orabase with Benzocaine, Orajel, Orajel Baby, Orajel Baby Nighttime, Orajel D, Orajel Denture, Orajel Maximum Strength, Orajel Maximum Strength PM, Orajel Mouth Sore Medicine, Orajel Mouth-Aid, Orajel Severe Pain Formula, Oral Analgesic Paste Maximum Strength, Outgro Pain Relief, Retre-Gel, Rid-A-Pain, Skeeter Stik, Solarcaine Aerosol, Solarcaine Plus Aloe, Spec-T, Sting-Kill, Topex, Trocaine, Vagisil Feminine Cream, Zilactin-B

What is this medicine?

BENZOCAINE (BEN zoe kane) causes loss of feeling in the skin. It is used to treat the itching, swelling, and pain of hemorrhoids.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• hemorrhoids inside the rectum
• skin infection
• an unusual or allergic reaction to benzocaine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

This medicine is for external use only. Do not take by mouth. Follow the directions on the label or those given to you by your doctor or health care professional. Do not get this medicine in your eyes. If you do, rinse out with plenty of cool tap water. Do not put this medicine inside the rectum. Do not use this medicine more often than directed.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this medicine may be used on children as young as 12 years of age, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine?

• sulfonamides like sulfacetamide, sulfamethoxazole, sulfisoxazole, and others

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Stop using this medicine if your symptoms do not get better in 7 days or if they get worse. Tell your doctor right away if you have any rectal bleeding.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• breathing problems
• dizziness or drowsiness
• fast or slow heartbeat
• headache
• increased sweating
• restlessness, nervousness, anxiety
• seizures
• tremors

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• redness, swelling, or pain

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Do not freeze. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

NOTE:This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.