Pronunciation: DYE-kloe-neen
Generic Name: Dyclonine
Brand Name: Generic only. No brands available.
Dyclonine Lozenges are used for:
Treating minor pain or irritation of the mouth or throat.
Dyclonine Lozenges are an oral anesthetic. It works by numbing the affected area.
Do NOT use Dyclonine Lozenges if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Dyclonine Lozenges
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Dyclonine Lozenges:
Some medical conditions may interact with Dyclonine Lozenges. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Dyclonine Lozenges. Because little, if any, of Dyclonine Lozenges are absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.
Ask your health care provider if Dyclonine Lozenges may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Dyclonine Lozenges:
Use Dyclonine Lozenges as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Dissolve 1 lozenge slowly in your mouth as directed on the package labeling or by your doctor.
- Dyclonine Lozenges may be repeated every 2 hours as needed or as directed by your doctor.
- If you miss a dose of Dyclonine Lozenges, use it as soon as you remember. Continue to use it as directed by your doctor or on the package label.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Dyclonine Lozenges.
Important safety information:
- Severe or persistent sore throat or sore throat that occurs with fever, headache, nausea, or vomiting may be serious. Check with a doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, contact your doctor.
- Do not use more than the recommended dose without checking with your doctor.
- Do not use for longer than 2 days for sore throat or 7 days for sore mouth without checking with your doctor.
- Dyclonine Lozenges should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 3 years old without checking with the child's doctor; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Dyclonine Lozenges while you are pregnant. It is not known if Dyclonine Lozenges are found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Dyclonine Lozenges, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Possible side effects of Dyclonine Lozenges:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Dyclonine Lozenges. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Dyclonine side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.
Proper storage of Dyclonine Lozenges:
Store Dyclonine Lozenges at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Dyclonine Lozenges out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Dyclonine Lozenges, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Dyclonine Lozenges are to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Dyclonine Lozenges. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
More Dyclonine resources
- Dyclonine Side Effects (in more detail)
- Dyclonine Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
- Dyclonine Support Group
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