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Warnings METHEMOGLOBINEMIA WARNING: Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a serious condition that must be treated promptly because it reduces the amount of oxygen carried in blood. This can occur even if you have used this product before. Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if you or a child in your care develops: • pale, gray, or blue colored skin (cyanosis) • headache • rapid heart rate • shortness of breath • dizziness or lightheadedness • fatigue or lack of energy Allergy alert: Do not use this product if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine or other "caine" anesthetics. If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Do not use • for teething • in children under 2 years of age • more than recommended • for more than 7 days unless told to do so by a dentist or doctor When using this product • avoid contact with the eyes Stop use and ask a doctor if • sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days • irritation, pain, or redness persists or worsens • swelling, rash or fever develops Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.