benzocaine topical Health Article

• severe burning, stinging, or sensitivity where the medicine is applied;

• swelling, warmth, or redness;

• oozing, blistering, or any signs of infection; or

• headache, weakness, dizziness, breathing problems, fast heart rate, and gray or bluish colored skin (rare but serious side effects of benzocaine).

Less serious side effects may include:

• mild stinging, burning, or itching where the medicine is applied;

• skin tenderness or redness; or

• dry white flakes where the medicine was applied.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect.

What other drugs will affect benzocaine topical?

There may be other drugs that can affect benzocaine topical. Do not apply other medications to the same affected areas you treat with benzocaine topical, unless your doctor has told you otherwise.

Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about benzocaine topical.

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.