What is topical anesthetic gel used for?

Topical anesthetics are medicines that numb and reduce the sensation of pain in the area to which they are applied. They are available as creams, ointments, solutions, eye drops, gels or sprays and may be applied to areas such as the skin, inside the mouth or throat, in the nose, or in the eyes.

What topical anesthetic do dentists use?

Benzocaine is an FDA-approved drug that is available in various forms, concentrations and over-the-counter agents. In the 20% concentration, benzocaine gel is the most commonly used topical anesthetic in dentistry, with an onset time of 30 seconds and duration of five to 15 minutes.

What kind of gel is 20% benzocaine?

20% Benzocaine Topical Anesthetic Gel 20% Benzocaine LolliCaine is a flavored topical anesthetic gel featuring rapid onset, no systemic absorption, and 15-minute duration. LolliCaine is packaged in single-dose LolliPacks for maximum asepsis and ease of use.

When to use lolicaine 20% benzocaine gel?

20% Benzocaine Topical Anesthetic Gel 20% Benzocaine LolliCaine is a flavored topical anesthetic gel featuring rapid onset, no systemic absorption, and 15-minute duration. Indicated as a topical anesthetic for use on oral mucosa prior to local anesthetic injections, scaling and prophylaxis.

How does benzocaine work as a local anesthetic?

Benzocaine is a local anesthetic (numbing medication). It works by blocking nerve signals in your body. Benzocaine topical is used to reduce pain or discomfort caused by minor skin irritations, sore throat, sunburn, vaginal or rectal irritation, ingrown toenails, hemorrhoids, and many other sources of minor pain on a surface of the body.

Are there any side effects from using benzocaine topically?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your body may absorb more of benzocaine topical if you use too much, if you apply it over large skin areas, or if you apply heat, bandages, or plastic wrap to treated skin areas.