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Cetylpyridinium and Benzocaine
Pronunciation
U.S. Brand Names
Generic Available
Synonyms
Pharmacological Index
Use
Pregnancy Risk Factor
Usual Dosage
Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions
Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
Dosage Forms

Pronunciation
(SEE til peer i DI nee um & BEN zoe kane)

U.S. Brand Names
Cepacol® Anesthetic Troches [OTC]

Generic Available

Yes


Synonyms
Benzocaine and Cetylpyridinium Chloride; Cetylpyridinium Chloride and Benzocaine

Pharmacological Index

Local Anesthetic


Use

Symptomatic relief of sore throat


Pregnancy Risk Factor

C


Usual Dosage

Use as needed for sore throat


Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions

No information available to require special precautions


Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

No effects or complications reported


Dosage Forms

Troche: Cetylpyridinium chloride 1:1500 and benzocaine 10 mg per troche (18s)


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