Anbesol Liquid 10ml is a quick oral pain relief aid. It helps those over five months with mouth sores, dentures, and teething pain. The mix includes lidocaine for pain and antiseptics to stop germs. Anbesol is sugar-free and simple to use. It’s great for those needing fast mouth relief.

Key Features

• Quick Relief: Soothes pain from sores, dentures, and teething.
• Antiseptic: Has chlorocresol and cetylpyridinium chloride to fight germs.
• No Sugar: Safe for those with food limits or needs.
• Easy to Use: Apply with a clean finger on the sore spot.
• For All Ages: Helps both grown-ups and kids over five months.

Can Anbesol Liquid help with baby teething?

Yes, it can ease teething pain in babies over five months. But try gum rubs or teething rings first before using it.

Are there side effects with Anbesol Liquid?

Some may get allergies, skin issues, or sores. Stop using it and check with a doctor if this happens.

Can I use Anbesol Liquid on open mouth wounds?

Talk to a doctor first if you have open sores. Too much may get into your body and cause issues.

Please read the Patient Information Leaflet

Active ingredients:

• Lidocaine hydrochloride (0.90% w/w)
• Chlorocresol (0.10% w/w)
• Cetylpyridinium chloride (0.02% w/w)

Other ingredients:

• Alcohol (96%)
• Menthol
• Glycerol
• Caramel colouring (E104, E123, E110, E142)
• Purified water

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For Adults and the Elderly:

1. Cover the mouth of the bottle with a clean fingertip, invert once, and return the bottle to the upright position.
2. Apply Anbesol Liquid directly to the affected area with your fingertip.
3. Two applications should be enough for pain relief.
4. If necessary, repeat the application after 3 hours.

For Babies (5 months and older) and Children:

1. Cover the mouth of the bottle with a clean fingertip, invert once, and return the bottle to the upright position.
2. Apply Anbesol Liquid directly to the affected area with your fingertip.
3. If necessary, repeat after 3 hours, up to 6 times in 24 hours.
4. Do not use for more than 7 days per teething episode.
5. If symptoms do not improve or worsen, consult a healthcare professional.

If you use more Anbesol Liquid than you should:

• If large amounts are swallowed or applied, seek immediate medical advice or go to Accident & Emergency (A&E) with this leaflet.

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Do NOT use Anbesol Liquid if:

• You are allergic to lidocaine hydrochloride, chlorocresol, cetylpyridinium chloride, or any similar anaesthetics.
• You have porphyria (a disorder causing stomach pain, constipation, and skin issues).
• Your child is under 5 months old.
• You are using other products containing lidocaine.

Warnings and precautions:

• Do not exceed the recommended dose – excessive absorption may cause serious side effects, including seizures (fits).
• Do not use on open wounds or damaged areas inside the mouth, as this can increase absorption into the bloodstream.
• Seek medical advice if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or occur frequently.

Other medicines and Anbesol Liquid

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken:

• Other local anaesthetics or medicines like lidocaine (e.g., mexiletine for abnormal heartbeats).
• Antibiotics such as erythromycin.
• Antifungals such as itraconazole.
• Heart medications such as amiodarone, beta-blockers, or calcium chloride.
• Painkillers such as codeine phosphate, diamorphine hydrochloride, or paveretum.
• Anti-malarials such as quinine hydrochloride.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility

• If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to have a baby, consult your doctor before use.
• Lidocaine passes into breast milk, but in small amounts that are unlikely to harm your baby.

Driving and using machines

• Unlikely to affect your ability to drive or use machinery.

Important ingredient information

• Contains chlorocresol and the azo dyes amaranth (E123) and sunset yellow (E110), which may cause allergic reactions.
• Contains 151 mg of alcohol (ethanol) per 0.25 ml dose (equivalent to 4 ml of beer or 2 ml of wine).

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Like all medicines, Anbesol Liquid may cause side effects, though not everyone experiences them.

Stop using immediately and seek medical help if you experience:

• Allergic reactions such as difficulty breathing, rash, or itching.
• Mouth ulcers.
• Dermatitis (skin irritation, redness, or scaly skin).

Reporting side effects:

Report side effects to the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard.

Please read the Patient Information Leaflet