Monograph Details
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Pain & Pyrexia
> Topical analgesics/anesthetics
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ANESTAFOAM |
| Manufacturer |
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Onset Therapeutics |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Topical anesthetic. |
| Generic Name |
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Lidocaine 4%; foam; contains benzalkonium chloride, alcohol, polysorbate 80. |
| Indications |
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Topical anesthetic for minor cuts, burns, abrasions, sunburns, and insect bites. |
| Adults and Children |
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Use occlusive dressing for young children. Shake vigorously and prime before each use. <2yrs: individualize. ≥2yrs: dispense foam to palm of hand, then apply to affected areas 3–4 times daily. |
| Precautions |
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Avoid injury to treated area; may be numb. Avoid mouth, ears, eyes, nose, or ingestion (esp. children or pets), application to large areas, and using for longer than recommended time. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Irritation, redness, itching, rash. |
| How Supplied |
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Aerosol can—30g |
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