• Ivarest indications
• Uses of Ivarest in details
• Ivarest description
• Ivarest dosage
• Ivarest interactions
• Ivarest side effects
• Ivarest contraindications

What is Ivarest?

Ivarest is a local anesthetic (numbing medication). It works by blocking nerve signals in your body.

Ivarest topical is used to reduce pain or discomfort caused by minor skin irritations, sore throat, sunburn, teething pain, vaginal or rectal irritation, ingrown toenails, hemorrhoids, and many other sources of minor pain on a surface of the body. Ivarest is also used to numb the skin or surfaces inside the mouth, nose, throat, vagina, or rectum to lessen the pain of inserting a medical instrument such as a tube or speculum.

There are many brands and forms of Ivarest topical available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Ivarest topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Ivarest indications

Ivarest is a local anesthetic (numbing medication). It works by blocking nerve signals in your body.

Ivarest topical is used to reduce pain or discomfort caused by minor skin irritations, sore throat, sunburn, teething pain, vaginal or rectal irritation, ingrown toenails, hemorrhoids, and many other sources of minor pain on a surface of the body. Ivarest is also used to numb the skin or surfaces inside the mouth, nose, throat, vagina, or rectum to lessen the pain of inserting a medical instrument such as a tube or speculum.

Ivarest topical may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

How should I use Ivarest?

Use Ivarest as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Ivarest comes as a powder. Be sure to mix Ivarest before you use it.
• To mix Ivarest, fill the bottle with water to the first fill line. Shake well until all the medicine is mixed. Add water to the second fill line. Shake again.
• An adult should supervise the use of Ivarest if the patient is a CHILD younger than 12 years old.
• Shake well before each use.
• Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.
• To use a dose of Ivarest, follow the instructions provided by your doctor or on the label. Coat the inside of the mouth by swishing Ivarest slowly around the mouth.
• After the mouth is coated, spit out any remaining medicine. Do NOT swallow it.
• Do not eat or drink for at least 1 hour after using Ivarest.
• Do not use Ivarest within 1 hour of your previous dose, unless your doctor or dentist tells you otherwise.
• Do not use Ivarest more often than 4 times daily, unless your doctor or dentist tells you otherwise.
• Write down the date that you mix Ivarest. Throw away any mixed medicine that has not been used after 2 weeks.
• If you miss a dose of Ivarest, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Ivarest.

Uses of Ivarest in details

Ivarest is used short term to relieve pain from minor mouth problems (such as toothache, canker sores, sore gums/throat, mouth/gum injury). It is a local anesthetic that works by numbing the painful area.

Do not use this product for children younger than 2 years unless directed by your doctor. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

How to use Ivarest

Follow all directions on the product package. If your doctor has prescribed this medication, use it as directed. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not use this medication more than 4 times a day unless directed by your doctor. Allow medication to stay on painful area for at least 1 minute before spitting out or rinsing the mouth.

Do not use large amounts of this drug or use more often than directed because the risk for serious side effects (including rarely fatal methemoglobinemia) will increase.

Avoid getting this medication in the eyes.

Stop using this medication and tell your doctor if your sore throat is severe or if it lasts for more than 2 days, or if your sore mouth symptoms last more than 7 days, or if you have a fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea, or vomiting. You may have a serious medical problem that may require different treatment. If your condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away.

Ivarest description

A surface anesthetic that acts by preventing transmission of impulses along nerve fibers and at nerve endings. [PubChem]

Ivarest dosage

Super Dent

Topical Anesthetic Gel Dosage

Generic name: Ivarest 220mg in 1g

Dosage form: gel

The information at Drugs.com is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist.

1. Each gram of Super Dent 20% Ivarest gel contains between 180-220mg Ivarest in a flavored base.
2. Using a new cotton applicator, apply a small amount of gel to the mucosa to achieve topical anesthesia. Do not reintroduce the cotton applicator into the bottle.
3. For topical tissue anesthesia during scaling procedures, dispense a small amount of Topex gel into a dappen dish, then coat the scaler with the product prior to use.
4. Tightly re-cap the jar after each use.

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Ivarest interactions

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It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied Ivarest. 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.

Ivarest side effects

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Applies to Ivarest topical: cream, film, gel/jelly, gum, liquid, lotion, lozenge/troche, ointment, paste, powder for suspension, solution, spray, swab, tablet disintegrating

Other dosage forms:

• topical application cream, topical application gel/jelly, topical application liquid, topical application ointment, topical application spray, topical application wax

In addition to its needed effects, some unwanted effects may be caused by Ivarest topical (the active ingredient contained in Gelato

Topical Anesthetic Gel). In the event that any of these side effects do occur, they may require medical attention.

Major Side Effects

You should check with your doctor immediately if any of these side effects occur when taking Ivarest topical:

Incidence not known:

• Headache
• high fever
• nausea
• vomiting
• worsening of pain, redness, swelling, or irritation in or around the mouth

Ivarest contraindications

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What is the most important information I should know about Ivarest?

Ivarest is contraindicated in patients sensitive to Ivarest. This medication should not be applied in the external auditory canal if there is a perforated eardrum or ear discharge.

Active ingredient matches for Ivarest:

Benzocaine in Chile, United States.

Calamine in Canada, United States.

Calamine/Diphenhydramine in Chile, United States.

Calamine/Diphenhydramine/diphenhydramine hydrochloride in Chile.

Calamine/diphenhydramine/Diphenhydramine Hcl

Unit description / dosage (Manufacturer)	Price, USD
Cream; Topical; Calamine 14%; Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 2%
List of Ivarest substitutes (brand and generic names):
Irricutan (Argentina)
Johnson + johnson burn cream (Canada)
Johnson and Johnson Burn Cream
Cream; Topical; Benzocaine 5%
Kalmafta (Chile)
Kank-A Soft Brush
Kanka (Israel)
Solution; Oral; Benzocaine 20%
Solution; Oral; Benzocaine 20%; Benzoin 0.5%
Keloform
Kiddigum (South Africa)
Kontakto Derm (Germany)
Labocane (Germany)
Labsacalm (Argentina)
Lanacaina (Argentina)
Lanacane Creme
Cream; Topical; Benzocaine 3%
Lanacane Maximum Strength
Lanacane Soothes Itching and Burning
Cream; Topical; Benzocaine 3%
Lanacane with Aloe
Larynex
Larynex Dextromethorphan 10 mg, Bromhexine 100 mg, Ammoniumchloride 100 mg, Menthol 5mg/10 mL. SYR / 100ml (Rhombus)	$ 0.59
Larynex Dextromethorphan 10 mg, Bromhexine 100 mg, Ammoniumchloride 100 mg, Menthol 5mg/10 mL. SYR / 60ml (Rhombus)	$ 0.41
100ml (Rhombus)	$ 0.59
60ml (Rhombus)	$ 0.41
LARYNEX syr 100ml (Rhombus)	$ 0.59
LARYNEX syr 60ml (Rhombus)	$ 0.41
Larynex Syrup (Rhombus)	$ 0.52
Laryngesic
Laryngesic mucous membrane
Linical (India)
Linical 8% w/v LOTION / 100ml (Palsons)	$ 0.72
LINICAL lotion 8 % w/v x 100ml (Palsons)	$ 0.84
Linimoist (India)
LINIMOIST lotion 8 % w/v x 100ml (Palsons)	$ 1.33
Little Teethers Oral Pain Relief Gel
Gel; Oral; Benzocaine 7.5%
Locion de Caladryl (Mexico)
Lodoc (Argentina)
Lotion Calamine Avec Antihistaminique
Suspension; Topical; Calamine 8%; Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 1%
M-Benzetts mucous membrane
M-D
M-D Cream (Thailand)
M-D Cream 15 g x 12's
Major Oral Pain Relief (United States)
MAMDEW BABY
MAMDEW BABY 7.50% GEL 1 tube / 10 GM gel each (Menarini India Pvt Ltd)	$ 0.38
Mamdew Baby Gel (India)
Mamdew Baby Gel 7.5% GEL / 10g (Shalaks)	$ 0.32
7.5 % x 10g (Shalaks)	$ 0.32
MAMDEW BABY GEL topical gel 7.5 % x 10g (Shalaks)	$ 0.32
Mandelay
Gel; Topical; Benzocaine 7.5% (Morepen)
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References

1. PubChem. "diphenhydramine". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/com... (accessed September 17, 2018).
2. PubChem. "benzocaine". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/com... (accessed September 17, 2018).
3. DrugBank. "benzocaine". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01086 (accessed September 17, 2018).

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