Question 1

is it safe to use anbesol (or any numbing drug) on hymen before breaking it?

Accepted Answer

Numbing the vagina: Anbesol is not indicated for use in vaginal area. If you want to use numbing medicine you need to see a doctor to get a prescription for a specially formulated vaginal numbing medications. You could use numbing medicine but you also have to be aware they may decrease the pain but will cause other potentially unpleasant sensations. Numbing is not same as anesthesizing.

Question 2

can using anbesol on hymen before first time intercourse help in avoiding the pain? are there any other medicine/drugs to numb the hymen?

Accepted Answer

Deflorination: In this day of tampons for periods, many women by the age of 20 have already obliterated their hymen. Generally, it is rare to have an intact hymen anyway.. First intercourse, on the other hand, can be uncomfortable so i would suggest that you definitely use a lubricant and engage in lots of foreplay. Communicate with your sex partner that this is your first time and to go very slowly & gently.

Question 3

can you tell me more about anbesol?

Accepted Answer

Topical anesthetic: Anbesol contains the local anesthetic Benzocaine and will numb oral exposed nerve endings.  It is recommended for people over the age of 2 only.  It can help with toothache, canker sores or other oral lesions.  Use caution if you have methemaglobinemia history or are allergic to ester local anesthetics.  Follow usage instructions accurately to prevent over exposure and serious side effects.

Question 4

baby orjael swabs took a lot of the pain away, why does it work better than the adult anbesol?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Actually, both orajel and anbesol have several different formulas but the basic original  solutions both contain Benzocaine which is a local anesthetic

Question 5

how much alcohol is in anbesol ?

Accepted Answer

70%: Benzocaine is the active ingredient in anbesol, but the first ingredient (therefore the highest concentration) listed is benzyl alcohol. See http://westbalto.A-1associates.Com/links/drugs.Htm.

Question 6

could you mix anbesol with chloraseptic?

Accepted Answer

Read the label: If both of them list Benzocaine as an active ingredient, you should not mix them. If not, it is probably ok.. There are different over-the counter formulas available. Always, when not sure, check with the doctor.

Question 7

how many mg of lidocaine is in a 10g oral anbesol at 2%w/w?

Accepted Answer

: Anbesol contains benzocaine, a topical anesthetic which is similar but different than lidocaine. Lidocaine is used in medicines and procedures because it is stronger and longer lasting than benzocaine, which is found in OTC self treatments. Anbesol typically contains 20% of benzocaine

Question 8

what is the alcohol content in anbesol?

Accepted Answer

Anbesol: Anbesol contains benzocaine, a local anesthetic.  There is no alcohol in anbesol.

Question 9

swallowing anbesol how much is dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Try not to swallow.: Anbesol (benzocaine) is a "topical" anesthetic that is used to soothe skin or mucous membrane or oral pain.  It should not be swallowed. Some people can have an allergy to this medicine, and this drug can sometimes cause serious side effects.

Question 10

can i use expired anbesol?

i have a toothache but my anbesol expired last year. is it safe to use?

Accepted Answer

Expired Medications: It's never a good idea to used expired medications. Regarding your toothache, the Anbesol will only provide slight, temporary relief. Please call a dentist for an appointment for a proper diagnosis of your problem and treatment.

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Is it safe to use anbesol (or any numbing drug) on hymen before breaking it?

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Can using anbesol on hymen before first time intercourse help in avoiding the pain? are there any other medicine/drugs to numb the hymen?

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Can you tell me more about anbesol?

A member asked:

Baby orjael swabs took a lot of the pain away, why does it work better than the adult anbesol?

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How much alcohol is in anbesol ?

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Could you mix anbesol with chloraseptic?

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How many mg of lidocaine is in a 10g oral anbesol at 2%w/w?

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What is the alcohol content in anbesol?

A member asked:

Swallowing anbesol how much is dangerous?

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Can i use expired anbesol? i have a toothache but my anbesol expired last year. is it safe to use?

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