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What does the local anesthetic throat spray involve?
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Numbing the throat: A topical spray which is generally flavored containing cetacaine, Lidocaine or Benzocaine anesthetics. These chemicals numb the tissues it comes in contact with temporarily.
Answered 6/26/2014
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Spraying local on: Back of throat. Open your mouth and spray to areas that are sore.
Answered 1/9/2013
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