Anbesol Strength Gel
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Overview
Anbesol is a medicine which treats the painful conditions of the mouth, such as mouth ulcers and denture irritation. It contains 3 active substances. These are lidocaine, chlorocresol, and cetylpyridinium chloride. Lidocaine stops the sensation of pain. Chlorocresol and cetylpyridinium kill bacteria.
Patient Information Leaflet
Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information can be found here.
Directions
Anbesol gel can be easily applied by hand. Follow these instructions to use it effectively:
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Wash your hands.
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Put a small amount of gel on your fingertip.
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Apply it to the affected part in your mouth.
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Use Anbesol gel once every 3 hours as necessary.
Storage
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Store below 25°C.
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Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
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Do not use it after the expiration date printed on the pack
Cautions
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Not suitable for children under the age of 12.
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Do not use it more than once in 3 hours.
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Tell your doctor if you are taking any other medications or over-the-counter products, including herbal products.
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If you accidentally swallow large amounts of this medication, immediately seek medical attention and take the medicine pack with you.
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Do not use it if you have wounds in the mouth or your mouth lining is severely damaged.
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Contact your doctor or pharmacist if your condition does not improve after 7 days of use.
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Do not purposefully swallow this medicine.
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Do not use it if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.
- Do not use it if you have porphyria (a rare disease which affects your body’s ability to convert compounds called porphyrins into heme).
Possible side effects
Anbesol is a safe medication. However, it can cause the following side in some individuals:
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Irritation in the mouth
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Ulcers
- Allergic reaction
Large quantities of this medication may cause convulsions (fits). Discontinue use and contact your doctor or pharmacist if you experience any side effects.
Faq
What if I accidentally swallow Anbesol Adult Strength Gel?
If you accidentally swallow Anbesol Adult Strength Gel, seek medical assistance immediately.
Is Anbesol Adult Strength Gel for external use?
Anbesol Adult Strength Gel is strictly for external use only.
What is the difference between Anbesol Adult Strength Gel and Benzocaine?
Effectively they are the same, while benzocaine is the active ingredient in anbesol. The main difference is branding, anbesol is the brand name used to prescribe the gel.
Can I take painkillers while using Anbesol Adult Strength Gel?
It is safe to use painkillers such as paracetamol and ibuprofen while using Anbesol Adult Strength Gel.
Ingredients
Anbesol contains the following ingredients:
Active ingredients
Lidocaine hydrochloride (2.0%w/w): A local anaesthetic which reduces the sensation of pain in the part of the body where it is applied.
Chlorocresol (0.1%w/w): A disinfectant and antiseptic that kills bacteria.
Cetylpyridinium chloride (0.02%w/w): An antiseptic that kills bacteria.
Other ingredients
Alcohol, clove oil, glycerol, hydroxypropyl cellulose, sodium saccharin, Ponceau 4R (E124) and purified water.