Drug information of BENZOIN TINCTURE

Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect

Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat

Signs of skin infection like oozing, heat, swelling, redness, or pain

Skin irritation

Swelling

Fever

Irritation where this drug is used

Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect

Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat
Swelling
Fever
Irritation where benzoin tincture is used

Tell all of your health care providers that you take benzoin tincture. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists

This medicine may catch on fire. Do not use near an open flame or while smoking

This medicine may cause harm if swallowed. If benzoin tincture is swallowed, call a doctor or poison control center right away

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using benzoin tincture while you are pregnant

Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby

Use benzoin tincture as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely

Do not use more often or for longer than you were told

If benzoin tincture gets in the eyes, rinse with a lot of water. If eye irritation lasts for a while, talk with the doctor

Do not swallow benzoin tincture

Dry the area where you will be putting benzoin tincture

ut on the ulcer using a clean cotton swab

What do I do if I miss a dose
If you use benzoin tincture on a regular basis, put on a missed dose as soon as you think about it
If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time
Do not put on 2 doses at the same time or extra doses
Many times benzoin tincture is used on an as needed basis. Do not use more often than told by the doctor

Store at room temperature
Protect from heat or open flame
Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets
Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area

If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor

Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs

Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about benzoin tincture, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using benzoin tincture while you are pregnant