Pramoxine topical

Generic name: pramoxine topical [ pra-MOX-een-TOP-i-kal ]
Brand names: Blistex Pro Relief, Itch-X, Pramox, Prax, Proctofoam, ... show all 24 brands Sarna Sensitive, Sarna Ultra, Summers Eve Anti-Itch, Vagisil Anti-Itch Medicated Wipes, Tronothane, Phicon, Epipram, Hemorr-oxine, Tronolane, Anest Hemor, Fleet Pain Relief Pad, Soothe-It Plus Hemmorhoidal Pad, Proctozone-P, Curasore, Sarna Sensitive Eczema Itch Relief, Prax Wipe, Eczemin, Proctofoam NS, CeraVe itch Relief
Dosage forms: rectal foam (1%); topical cream (1%); topical gel (1%); topical lotion (1%); topical pad (1%); topical spray (1%); topical stick (1%)
Drug class:Topical anesthetics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Dec 6, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is pramoxine topical?

Pramoxine is an anesthetic, or numbing medicine.

Pramoxine topical (for the skin) is used to treat pain or itching caused by insect bites, minor burns or scrapes, hemorrhoids, vaginal irritation, and minor skin rash, dryness, or itching. Pramoxine topical is also used to treat chapped lips, and pain or skin irritation caused by coming into contact with poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac.

Pramoxine topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects are more likely, and you may have none at all.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to pramoxine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take pramoxine topical if you are allergic to any drugs or any other numbing medicines.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How should I use pramoxine topical?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin.

Wash your hands before and after applying pramoxine topical. Wash the affected skin area with warm water and a mild soap. Rinse and dry the area thoroughly.

To use pramoxine on the skin, (spray, lotion, gel, or stick), apply just enough of the medication to cover the area to be treated.

Do not use pramoxine topical on deep skin wounds, blistered skin, severe burn