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Anbesol is widely used for the purpose of relieving pain when ulcers inside the mouth, such as inflammation of the oral mucosa, sore throat... However, improper use or abuse can increase the risk of side effects. serious side.
1. Uses of the drug Anbesol
Anbesol has the main active ingredient, benzocaine, which is used for topical use. This medication belongs to the group of local anesthetics, which numb the nerve endings, making you less painful and uncomfortable.
Anbesol helps relieve pain and irritation caused by sore throat, sore gums, inflammation of the oral mucosa or sores.
2. How to use and dosage of Anbesol
Anbesol is an over-the-counter drug, so to know how to use and the dose of the drug you need to carefully read the instructions for use printed on the product packaging or consult a pharmacist.
Some notes on how to use Anbesol properly:
For Anbesol gel form:
Wash your hands with soap and clean water before and after using this medicine. Use your hand to take an appropriate amount of Anbesol gel and apply it to the area to be treated. Leave the medicine in your mouth for at least 1 minute before rinsing it out for the medicine to take effect. Local anesthetics, if used in excessive amounts, will be absorbed into the body through the oral mucosa, causing many side effects to the body such as affecting breathing, increasing the risk of side effects. as severe as methemoglobinemia. Therefore, it is recommended that the dose should not exceed 4 times per day. Be careful not to get the medicine in your nose, mouth, and especially in your eyes, as Anbesol can cause serious eye irritation. If any medicine gets on these areas, wash it off with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get checked out by a doctor right away. Children under 2 years: This medicine is not recommended for children under 2 years of age. For lozenges:
Adults and children over 5 years: One lozenge, slowly dissolving in the mouth every 2 hours as needed. Children under 5 years old: Not recommended to use this form of medicine
3. Anbesol side effects
Like other medicines, taking this medicine can cause some unwanted effects. Some possible side effects include:
Unusual blue color of fingernails, lips, skin, palms. This is one of the warning signs of methemoglobinemia, if encountered, the patient should be taken to the hospital immediately. High fever; A stinging sensation on the skin; Dark urine ; Shortness of breath, difficulty walking, dizziness, fainting, fever, headache, inability to feel any sensations in the hands and feet; Vomit; Irritation of the nose, sore throat; itching, severe redness, hives, soreness or swelling of the skin, pale skin; Fast heart beat ; unusual bleeding or bruising on the skin; unusual drowsiness, lethargy, fatigue, weakness, or feeling sluggish; Pain, redness, swelling, or irritation in or around the mouth that gets worse after taking the medicine. You need to notify your doctor if you experience the above side effects, if serious, go to a medical facility immediately for timely treatment.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur. If you are worried you should tell your doctor right away.
4. Notes when using Anbesol
Do not use Anbesol if you have a history of allergy to any of the ingredients in the medicine. Do not use Anbesol for children under 2 years old; pregnant women and lactating women.
Before taking the medicine, tell your doctor about any allergies and some medical conditions you are having. Certain medical conditions that may affect the use of this medication increase the risk of side effects, including:
Cardiovascular disease, inherited metabolic disorders affecting red blood cells (e.g. G6PD deficiency, hemoglobin-M disease, NADH-methemoglobin reductase deficiency, pyruvate-kinase deficiency) or lung or respiratory problems such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema etc. may increase your risk of developing a serious side effect called methemoglobinemia which causes cyanosis of the skin. Infection in or around your mouth. Large sores at the injection site inside the mouth. Smokers: Anbesol should be used with caution. Because with these subjects may cause more severe side effects than non-smokers. Drug interactions can occur, so you need to tell your doctor about other medications you are taking. In particular, nitrites, anti-inflammatory drugs, and pain relievers. These drugs, if taken together, may increase the risk of side effects.
Store Anbesol in a tightly closed package, at room temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Do not allow the medicine to freeze. Do not use when the medicine has shown signs of damage, past the expiry date. It is important that you keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Hopefully, through the article you have understood the effects of Anbesol and what to keep in mind when using it. You must not arbitrarily take it for a long time because of the risk of potential side effects. When using the drug, it is necessary to monitor for abnormalities for early detection and timely treatment.
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Reference source: drugs.com
