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First Aid (benzocaine/triclosan)

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data

Overview

Benzocaine is a local anesthetic.

Benzocaine is used topically for the temporary relief of pain and itching associated with minor burns, sunburn, minor cuts or scrapes, insect bites, or minor skin irritations. Benzocaine is also used topically for the temporary relief of pain and itching associated with episiotomy, pruritus vulvae, or hemorrhoids and as a male genital desensitizer to aid in slowing the onset of ejaculation.

Generic name: benzocaine/triclosan

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Indications

The following indications are listed for First Aid:

  • 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

Benzocaine preparations are applied topically in the form of aerosol sprays, creams, gels, lotions, ointments, and solutions.

For the temporary relief of pain and itching associated with various skin conditions, preparations containing 5-20% benzocaine are usually applied 3 or 4 times daily or as directed by a physician.

For male genital desensitization, a small amount of a preparation containing 3-7.5% benzocaine in a water-soluble base is applied to the head and shaft of the penis before intercourse; after intercourse, patients should wash off any remaining benzocaine to minimize the chance of an allergic reaction occurring.

For topical anesthesia and lubrication during instrumentation, benzocaine is applied to the exterior of the tube or instrument as a 20% water-soluble lubricant prior to use.

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data