Hurricaine Topical Anesthetic is a brand of Benzocaine.
for the temporary relief of occasional minor irritation and pain, associated with: canker sores sore mouth and throat minor injury of the mouth and gu.
From the official label (Oct 2024). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.
What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.
For the temporary relief of occasional minor irritation and pain, associated with: canker sores sore mouth and throat minor injury of the mouth and gums minor dental procedures minor irritation of the mouth and gums caused by dentures or orthodontic appliances
avoid contact with eyes
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 if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine or other "caine" anesthetics. …
Do not use: if the tube has been punctured or previously opened for teething in children under 2 years of age
Store at 20°-25° C (68°-77° F) Keep out of reach of children.
Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.
Prices in other countries are not what you will pay where you live; they show how prices compare.
Price of Hurricaine Topical Anesthetic in: United Kingdom
Products with Benzocaine as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.
Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.
A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.
Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.
Hurricaine Topical Anesthetic contains Benzocaine. Other brands with the same active ingredient work the same way; the dose and strength on your pack are what matter.
for the temporary relief of occasional minor irritation and pain, associated with: canker sores sore mouth and throat minor injury of the mouth and gums minor dental procedures minor irritation of the mouth and gums caused by dentures or orthodontic appliances (From the official U.S. FDA label.)
Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Directions: Do not exceed recommended dosage. adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to the affected area. Allow to remain in place at least 1 minute and then spit out. Use up to 4 times daily or as directed by a dentist or doctor. children under 12 years of age: should be supervised in the use of the product children under 2 years of age: do not use…
In many countries Hurricaine Topical Anesthetic is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.
Hurricaine Topical Anesthetic is sold under names such as Benzo-jel, Lanacane, Little Ouchies, Cepacol Sore Throat Plus Cough, Chloraseptic Sore Throat + Cough, Anbesol Cold Sore Therapy, Tanac Liquid, Medicaine Sting. Brand names differ between countries.
The official label lists: Do not use: if the tube has been punctured or previously opened for teething in children under 2 years of age Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.
The label gives a separate dose by age: children 2 years. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.
store at 20°-25° C (68°-77° F)
Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.
This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.