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Hurricaine - Benzocaine Topical Spray Brand Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Hurricaine.
- Endocaine, Hurricaine
- BEN-zoh-cane
Read Before Using Hurricaine (precautions)
- Before using this, tell your doctor if you have.
Possible Side Effects
- Slight stinging, tingling or irritation may occur when first applied.
- Expect this.
- However, if irritation or redness continue, become worse or you develop a skin rash, notify your doctor.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as remembered but not if it is near the time for the next dose.
- Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your regular dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Hurricaine Miscellaneous Notes
- If the condition for which this was prescribed does not improve or becomes worse after a few days, notify your doctor.
Usage Instructions
- This is used on the skin only as directed.
- Apply to clean, dry skin.
- Shake the container gently and hold it upright 2 to 3 inches away from the skin.
- Direct the spray nozzle to affected area and press to deliver a thin layer of medication.
- Avoid spraying in or near the eyes.
- Do not breathe in the spray.
- Do not use large amounts or apply this more often than directed as your condition will not clear faster, but the chance for side effects may increase.
Hurricaine Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from sunlight and open flames.
- Do not freeze.
Medicinal Applications
- This medication is used on the skin to relieve pain, itching and irritation due to insect bites, burns, scrapes, sunburn, rash or other skin disorders.
Drug Compatibility Recommendations
- Tell your doctor of any nonprescription or prescription medication you may use including.