Benzydamine

Uses	Pain relief
Therapy	Topical Analgesic
Side Effects	Stinging feeling or numbness in the mouth

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Molecule Description

Benzydamine is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for treating pain and inflammation (redness, swelling and a feeling of heat) in the throat or mouth. It contains benzydamine as its active ingredient that belongs to a class of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Uses

For the relief of painful inflammatory conditions of the mouth and throat including sore throat, sore tongue or gums, mouth ulcers, discomfort due to dentures and pain associated with dental surgery.

Contraindications

When should one not use Benzydamine

If you are allergic to benzydamine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Stinging feeling or numbness in the mouth
Tightening of the throat
Allergic reactions like rash, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, mouth, and lips

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor before using Benzydamine, as there is limited information available about its safety during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor before using Benzydamine, as there is limited information available about the its use during lactation.

Driving

Yes, you can drive as Benzydamine does not affect your ability to drive.

Alcohol

Although there is no known interaction between alcohol and Benzydamine, it is important to consult your physician if you drink too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have a history of asthma.
You are allergic to acetylsalicylic acid or any medicine that belongs to the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) class of medicines.
Do not let it into your eyes, if contact occurs then rinse it thoroughly.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Benzydamine is a locally-acting nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicine with analgesic and local anaesthetic properties. It works by blocking the release of chemicals (prostaglandins) that are responsible for pain sensation and inflammation. It also acts as a local anaesthetic, causing numbness and so pain relief at the site of application.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Certain medicines can affect the way Benzydamine works or Benzydamine itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.

Dosage

Overdose

If you have used it in excess or swallowed it accidentally and experience any unusual symptoms, then contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have skipped gargling with this, then use it as soon as you recall it. But do not use it in excess in order to compensate for the missed dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Benzydamine should be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women only after consulting a doctor, as there is limited information on its safety.

Benzydamine is used to provide relief of painful inflammatory conditions of the mouth and throat including sore throat, sore tongue or gums, mouth ulcers, discomfort caused by dentures, pain after dental surgery, etc. It also helps in relieving oral ulceration due to radiation therapy.

No. There has been no known case of habit-forming tendencies with the use of Benzydamine. However, it is suggested that you should not use more than the prescribed dose or duration of this medicine without the advice of a doctor to avoid the body's dependence on this medicine.

Yes, Benzydamine is effective in sore throat. However, it should be used after the doctors advice only.

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