About benzocaine + calamine
Topical local anesthetic and skin protectant
Used for
- Temporarily relieves itching and minor skin irritation from insect bites, rashes, and sunburn.
- Calamine helps soothe and dry irritated, weeping skin.
Usual adult dose
Apply a thin layer to affected skin as directed on the package, usually as needed.
Usual dose in children
May be used in children; apply a thin layer as directed on the package. Avoid use in infants without medical guidance.
Common side effects
- Mild skin irritation, redness, or rash.
- Rarely, benzocaine can cause methemoglobinemia, a serious blood-oxygen disorder.
Important warnings
- For external use only; avoid eyes, mouth, and large or damaged skin areas.
- Stop use and seek urgent care for blue or gray lips, breathlessness, or unusual fatigue.
- Do not use if allergic to benzocaine or other local anesthetics.
- Keep away from children; swallowed benzocaine can be dangerous.
Pregnancy
Limited combination-specific evidence; topical use on small areas is generally expected to have low absorption.
Breastfeeding
Limited evidence; avoid applying to the breast or areas a baby may lick or touch.
Interactions
- Other topical anesthetics may increase benzocaine exposure and side-effect risk.
- Medicines that can cause methemoglobinemia may increase this rare risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.