Kank-A
Benzocaine · Liquid · Buccal
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Benzocaine 20.0% (w/w)
Purpose
Purpose Oral anesthetic/analgesic
Uses
Uses for the temporary relief of pain due to canker sores, minor irritation of the mouth and gums caused by dentures or orthodontic appliances, or minor injury of the mouth or gums
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 Allergy alert do not use this product if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine, or other "caine" anesthetics. Do not use for teething in children under 2 years of age When using this product do not use this product for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days; if irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens; or if swelling, rash or fever develops, see your dentist or doctor promptly. do not exceed recommended dosage. Keep out of reach of children. If more than used for pain is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Do not use
Allergy alert do not use this product if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine, or other "caine" anesthetics. Do not use for teething in children under 2 years of age
When using this product
When using this product do not use this product for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor. If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days; if irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens; or if swelling, rash or fever develops, see your dentist or doctor promptly. do not exceed recommended dosage.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. If more than used for pain is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions adults and children 2 years of age and older: to assure formation of a long-lasting film coating, dry affected area and apply medication undiluted with applicator allow a few seconds for coating to form use up to 4 times daily, or as directed by a dentist or doctor children under 12 years of age should be supervised in the use of this product children under 2 years of age: do not use
Other information
Other information do not purchase if package has been opened cap tightly after use to avoid evaporation avoid contact with the eyes avoid contact with clothing and household/furniture surfaces to prevent possible staining this is a personal care item, and should be used by one individual only
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients benzyl alcohol, cetylpyridinium chloride, compound benzoin tincture, dimethyl isosorbide, ethylcellulose, flavor, octylacrylamide/acrylates/butylaminoethyl methacrylate copolymer, oleth-10, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, ricinus communis (castor) seed oil, SD alcohol 38-B (29.6% v/v), sodium saccharin, sucralose, tannic acid
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Blistex Inc. (revised Dec 17, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Benzocaine in 1 product
Kank-A NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10157-9477 | Benzocaine 200 mg/mL Liquid | Blistex Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Kank-A used for?
Uses for the temporary relief of pain due to canker sores, minor irritation of the mouth and gums caused by dentures or orthodontic appliances, or minor injury of the mouth or gums
Who makes Kank-A?
Kank-A is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Blistex Inc..