Dyclonine



Cepacol® Maximum Strength [OTC]; Sucrets®[OTC]







Dyclonine

(DYE kloe neen)

U.S. Brand Names
Cepacol® Maximum Strength [OTC]; Sucrets®[OTC]
Pharmacologic Category
Local Anesthetic; Local Anesthetic, Oral
Reasons not to take this medicine
  • Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 2 years of age.
  • If you have an allergy to dyclonine or any other part of this medicine.
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.
What is this medicine used for?
  • This medicine is used to relieve mouth and throat pain.
How does it work?
  • Dyclonine numbs the nerves in the area applied.
How is it best taken?
  • Oral:
  • Suck oral lozenge. Do not chew, break, or crush.
  • Do not swallow whole.
  • Spray:
  • Spray affected area in mouth.
What do I do if I miss a dose? (does not apply to patients in the hospital)
  • Take a missed dose as soon as possible.
  • If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.
  • Many times this medicine is taken on an as needed basis.
What are the precautions when taking this medicine?
  • Do not eat while your mouth feels numb. You may injure yourself by biting your tongue.
  • Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.
What are some possible side effects of this medicine?
  • Skin irritation.
  • Mouth irritation.
What should I monitor?
  • Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?
Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately
  • If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center immediately or dial 911.
  • Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • If symptoms worsen or last for more than 7 days.
  • When treating a severe sore throat, if pain lasts more than 2 days, occur with fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting.
  • Significant change in balance.
  • Feeling extremely tired or weak.
  • Severe skin irritation.
  • Severe mouth irritation.
  • Any rash.
  • No improvement in condition or feeling worse.
How should I store this medicine?
  • Store at room temperature.
General statements
  • If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.
  • Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
  • Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).
  • Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.
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