Benzocaine (Topical) Topical Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

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If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

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INFREQUENT side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • skin inflammation due to a topically applied medication
  • a type of allergic reaction called angioedema

    • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • blanching of skin
  • irritation of the mouth
  • contact dermatitis, a type of skin rash that occurs from contact with an offending substance
  • erythema or redness of skin or mucous membrane
  • itching
  • a skin rash

    • RARE side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • methemoglobinemia, a type of blood disorder
  • a toxic effect on the central nervous system, which consists of the brain and spinal cord
  • accumulation of fluid in the tissues of the eyelid
  • slow heartbeat
  • abnormal heart rhythm
  • low blood pressure
  • lung failure causing loss of breath
  • decreased lung function
  • bronchospastic lung disease
  • unconsciousness
  • seizures
  • a bluish discoloration of the skin
  • headache
  • a significant type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis
  • a type of allergic reaction called angioedema

    • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

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