Kanka
Benzocaine and ZINC CHLORIDE · Gel · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredients Purpose Benzocaine 20.0% (w/w) Oral anesthetic/analgesic Zinc Chloride 0.1% (w/w) Oral astringent
Purpose
Active ingredients Purpose Benzocaine 20.0% (w/w) Oral anesthetic/analgesic Zinc Chloride 0.1% (w/w) Oral astringent
Uses
Uses for the temporary relief of pain due to toothaches, 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
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: twist base clockwise to dispense. It may take up to 10 full turns to dispense the initial dose, but subsequent uses should require less than 1 turn. to clean brush tip, rinse with cold water dry affected area and apply medication by gently brushing the affected area. 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 replace cap after use to prevent drying avoid contact with the eyes this is a personal care item, and should be used by one individual only with zinc chloride, some color may be evident; this is normal
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients flavors, glycerin, PEG-8, PEG-75, phenoxyethanol, silica, sucralose
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Blistex Inc (revised Dec 12, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Benzocaine in 1 product
- Zinc Chloride in 1 product
Kanka NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10157-2106 | Benzocaine 20 mg/100g; Zinc Chloride .1 g/100g Gel | Blistex Inc | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Kanka used for?
Uses for the temporary relief of pain due to toothaches, 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 Kanka?
Kanka is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Blistex Inc.