Is cepacol good for mouth sores?

Uses of Cepacol Sore Throat: It is used to treat mouth sores. It is used to ease mouth and throat pain. It is used to treat canker sores.

Does cepacol have side effects?

Mild nausea, stinging, swelling, or burning may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.

What does cepacol help with?

Uses. This product is used to temporarily relieve pain from minor mouth problems (such as canker sores, sore gums/throat, mouth/gum injury). Benzocaine is a local anesthetic that works by numbing the painful area.

What happens if you take too much cepacol?

Signs of methemoglobinemia like a blue or gray color of the lips, nails, or skin; a heartbeat that does not feel normal; seizures; very bad dizziness or passing out; very bad headache; feeling very sleepy; feeling tired or weak; or shortness of breath. This effect is rare but may be deadly if it happens.

How many Cepacol can I take?

Adults and children 12 years and older take 2 lozenges (one immediately after the other) and allow each lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth may be repeated every 4 hours, not to exceed 12 lozenges in any 24-hour period, or as directed by a doctor.

Is cepacol mouthwash safe?

Cepacol mouthwash is the #1 brand in hospitals and is great for daily oral care, or as directed by your doctor for a clean slate.

How do you use Cepacol for sore throat?

How to Take Cepacol Sore Throat

  1. Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
  2. Allow the lozenge to dissolve slowly in your mouth.
  3. Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

Is Cepacol medicated?

Details. Cepacol extra strength sore throat cherry lozenges provide instant acting sore throat relief and the maximum strength numbing medication available per dose without a prescription. Cepacol throat drop lozenges have active ingredients benzocaine and menthol oral pain relievers.

How many Cepacol can you take in a day?

Is Cepacol supposed to numb your tongue?

Q: Why does my throat feel numb after using certain Cepacol® products? A: The action of benzocaine in Cepacol® Lozenges works on the nerve receptors in your throat so they are temporarily unable to register sensations of pain, which is why your throat feels numb.

Is Cepacol a medicine?

Cepacol is an over the counter medication used to relieve pain associated with a sore throat or mouth. Cepacol belongs to a groups of drugs called local anesthetics, which is a numbing agent that will numb the sore throat or mouth. This medication comes in an oral (by mouth) liquid spray and a lozenge form.

How long can you use Cepacol?

Stop use and ask a doctor if: sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days, irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens, swelling, rash or fever develops. Pregnancy/breast-feeding if pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.