pramoxine (topical) (cont.)

What is pramoxine topical (Anest Hemor, Blistex Pro Relief, Calaclear, Caladryl Clear, Callergy Clear, Curasore, Fleet Pain Relief Pad, Gold Bond Anti-Itch, Itch-X, PrameGel, Pramox, Prax, Proctofoam, Proctozone-P, Sarna Sensitive, Sarna Sensitive Eczema Itch Relief, Sarna Ultra, Soothe-It Plus Hemmorhoidal Pad, Summers Eve Anti-Itch, Tronolane)?
What are the possible side effects of pramoxine topical?
What is the most important information I should know about pramoxine topical?
What should I discuss with my health care provider before using pramoxine topical?
How should I use pramoxine topical?
What happens if I miss a dose?
What happens if I overdose?
What should I avoid while using pramoxine topical?
What other drugs will affect pramoxine topical?
Where can I get more information?

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since pramoxine topical is used on an as needed basis, you are not likely to miss a dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

What should I avoid while using pramoxine topical?

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes or nose. If this does happen, rinse with water. Do not use pramoxine topical on deep skin wounds, blistered skin, severe burns, or large skin areas. Seek medical attention for more severe skin irritation or injury.

Avoid using other medications on the areas you treat with pramoxine topical unless you doctor tells you to.

What other drugs will affect pramoxine topical?

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied pramoxine. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about pramoxine topical.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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