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Phenol

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

Campho-PheniqueCastellani PaintCepastatChloraseptic Max SprayChloraseptic SprayMycinette Sore Throat SprayOra ReliefUlcereaseUnguentineUnguentine Maximum Strength

Available as

10 MG/ML · Topical Solution20 MG/ML · Topical Solution330 MG/ML0.01 MG/MG · Topical Ointment5 MG/ML · Topical Solution0.005 MG/MG · Topical Ointment32.5 MG/ML0.03 MG/MG · Topical Ointment5 MG/ML · Topical Cream50 MG/ML · Topical Solution100 MG/ML · Topical Solution14 MG/ML50 MG/ML · Injectable Solution15 MG/ML · Topical Solution0.03 MG/MG · Topical Gel0.015 MG/MG · Topical Ointment6 MG/ML63 MG/ML · Topical Solution40 MG/ML80 MG/ML950 MG/ML63 MG/ML0.108 MG/MG · Topical Gel108 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 for temporary relief of pain and itching associated with minor burns minor cuts insect bites minor skin irritations scrapes sunburn eczema poison ivy
How to use / dosing
Directions For adults and children 2 years and older: Apply to affected area not more than 3-4 times daily. For children under 2 years of age: Consult a physician.

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. Avoid contact with eyes Discontinue use and consult a physician if symptoms worsen persist for more than 7 days clear up the recur within a few days Do not apply over large areas of the body bandage Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)

48 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.