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Dyclonine

Other local anesthetics

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OTC

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Therapeutic class
Other local anesthetics
Habit forming
No
Availability
Over-the-counter (OTC)

Brand names

DycloproSucretsSucrets CompleteSucrets Sore Throat

Available as

3 MG2 MG5 MG/ML · Topical Solution10 MG/ML · Topical Solution1 MG/ML0.005 MG/MG5 MG/ML2 MG/ML · Topical Solution

FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.

Uses
Uses first aid to prevent bacterial contamination in minor cuts, scrapes and burns for the temporary relief of pain in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns
How to use / dosing
Directions for adults and children 2 years of age and older clean affected area apply a small amount on the area 1 to 3 times daily and let dry may be covered with a sterile bandage if bandaged, let dry first children under under 2 years of age; do not sure, consult a doctor

Safety advice

Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.

PregnancyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
BreastfeedingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label. Check LactMed →
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
Warnings For external use only. Flammable: Keep away from fire or flame. Do not use in the eyes over large areas of the body longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have deep or puncture wounds animal bites serious burns Stop use and ask a doctor if conditions persists or gets worse infection occurs symptoms persist for than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or call a Poison Control Center right away.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)

16 marketed products on record (RxNorm)

Authoritative sources

Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.