Chloraseptic Total Sore Throat+Cough Lozenges Side Effects
Generic name: benzocaine / dextromethorphan / menthol topical
Note: This document contains side effect information about benzocaine / dextromethorphan / menthol topical. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Chloraseptic Total Sore Throat+Cough Lozenges.
Applies to benzocaine/dextromethorphan/menthol topical: mucous membrane lozenge.
Hypersensitivity
Benzocaine:
Frequency not reported: Angioedema
Rare (less than 0.1%): Fixed-drug eruptions
Frequency not reported: Angioedema[Ref]
Dermatologic
Benzocaine:
Frequency not reported: Contact dermatitis, urticaria
Dextromethorphan:
Frequency not reported: Pruritus, rash, urticaria[Ref]
Local
Benzocaine:
Frequency not reported: Burning, stinging
Frequency not reported: Application site redness/irritation[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Dextromethorphan:
Frequency not reported: Abdominal pain, diarrhea, gastrointestinal disturbance, nausea, upset stomach, vomiting[Ref]
Psychiatric
Dextromethorphan:
Frequency not reported: Abuse, excitation, insomnia, mental confusion[Ref]
Nervous system
Dextromethorphan:
Frequency not reported: Convulsions, dizziness, drowsiness[Ref]
Hematologic
Benzocaine:
Postmarketing reports: Methemoglobinemia[Ref]
Respiratory
Dextromethorphan:
Frequency not reported: Respiratory depression[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Benzocaine:
Frequency not reported: Edema[Ref]
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References
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15. Product Information. Outgro Pain Relief (benzocaine topical). MedTech Inc. 2005.
16. Product Information. Cepacol Lozenges (cetylpyridinium topical). GlaxoSmithKline Inc. 2005.
17. Product Information. Chloraseptic (benzocaine topical). Procter and Gamble Pharmaceuticals. 2005.
18. Product Information. Vagisil Feminine Cream (benzocaine topical). Combe Inc. 2005.
19. Product Information. Lanacane (benzocaine topical). Combe Inc. 2005.
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