Liquid Bandage (dyclonine HCl/benzethonium chloride)
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Overview
Dyclonine hydrochloride is a local anesthetic.
Dyclonine hydrochloride oral lozenges are used for the temporary relief of minor sore throat pain and mouth and gum irritation. The drug also is used in fixed combination with menthol as self-medication for temporary relief of occasional minor irritation, pain, or soreness of the mouth or throat, and for cough associated with the common cold or inhaled irritants.
Generic name: dyclonine HCl/benzethonium chloride
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Liquid Bandage:
- Minor Skin Wound Pain
- Prevent Minor Bacterial Skin Infection
- Pruritus Of Skin
- Skin Irritation
Also known as: Itchy Skin Eruption, Prevent Superficial Bacterial Infection Of Skin, Pruritic Dermatitis.
Dosing
For the temporary relief of minor sore throat pain or mouth irritation, one dyclonine-containing lozenge is dissolved slowly in the mouth (and not chewed). One additional lozenge may be administered every 2 hours, if necessary, but no more than 10 lozenges should be administered daily. The lozenges should not be used for self-medication for longer than 2 days nor in children younger than 2 years of age unless otherwise directed by a clinician. A clinician should be consulted if the pain or irritation persists or worsens or if a rash develops.
Dyclonine hydrochloride is administered orally as a lozenge for the temporary relief of minor sore throat pain and mouth irritation.
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Contraindications
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Precautions
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Safe use of dyclonine during pregnancy has not been established. The drug should be used in pregnant women only when the potential benefits justify the possible risks to the fetus.
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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
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