Cepastat Extra Strength
Generic name:phenol topical [ FEE-nol-TOP-i-kal ]
Brand names: Castellani Paint, Cepastat Extra Strength, Chloraseptic Cherry, Mycinette Sore Throat Spray, Ora Relief Throat,
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Drug class:Topical anesthetics
What is Cepastat Extra Strength?
Cepastat Extra Strength is used on the skin to help protect skin from infection in minor cuts, scrapes, or burns.
Cepastat Extra Strength is used on the scalp to treat dandruff.
Some forms of phenol topical are used inside the mouth to provide temporary relief of minor mouth pain or irritation, sore throat, or canker sore pain.
Cepastat Extra Strength 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.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Cepastat Extra Strength if you are allergic to it.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Cepastat Extra Strength is safe to use if you have any medical conditions or allergies.
If you are breastfeeding, avoid applying this medicine to breast areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth.
How should I use Cepastat Extra Strength?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Cepastat Extra Strength is available in many different forms, such as a liquid, swab, ointment, spray, and lozenge. Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Always follow directions on the medicine label about using this medicine on a child. Some forms of phenol topical should not be used in children of certain ages.
Cepastat Extra Strength may be applied to the skin as needed. First clean the area to be treated.
Before using Cepastat Extra Strength on the skin, you may first apply a small amount of this medicine to make sure you won't have a skin reaction.
Do not use Cepastat Extra Strength on deep wounds, puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns. Do not apply over large skin areas. Do not apply a bandage over the treated skin.
Cepastat Extra Strength may be used in the mouth once every 2 hours as needed. A child 6 to 12 years old should not use more than 10 lozenges in 24 hours.
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