A and E Deep Throat Desensitizing SprayPeppermint

Oral Numbing Spray Mint · Spray · Topical

Over the counter Standardized Chemical Allergen

Active ingredient

Active Ingredient(s) Benzocaine (7.5%)

Purpose

Purpose Desensitizer

Uses

Use For occasional personal use to help prevent the gag reflex.

Warnings

Warnings Methemoglobinemia warning: Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a serious condition that must be treated promptly because it reduces the amount of oxygen carried in blood. This can occur even if you have used this product before. Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if you or a child in your care develops: pale, gray, or blue colored skin (cyanosis) headache rapid heart rate shortness of breath dizziness or lightheadedness fatigue or lack of energy

Keep out of reach of children

Keep out of reach of childeren. Contact a Poison Control Center: This is the emergency contact for accidental overdose or ingestion

Directions

Directions Adults 18 years of age and older: Apply 2-3 sprays to the back of the throat. Limit use to 3-4 times per day. For adults only. Not for sale to minors.

Other information

Other information Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Inactive ingredients

Inactive ingredients Purified Water, Glycerin, Alcohol, Acesulfame Potassium, Sucralose, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Natural Flavor (Peppermint)

Label text from the FDA structured product label by Phe Inc (revised Nov 11, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

A and E Deep Throat Desensitizing SprayPeppermint NDC products (1)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
87068-182Benzocaine 3 mg/100mL
Spray
Phe IncOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is A and E Deep Throat Desensitizing SprayPeppermint used for?

Use For occasional personal use to help prevent the gag reflex.

Who makes A and E Deep Throat Desensitizing SprayPeppermint?

A and E Deep Throat Desensitizing SprayPeppermint is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Phe Inc.