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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 on patients with a history of allergies to local anesthetics such as benzocaine or other "caine" anesthetics. Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe,persists for more than 2 days,is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, swelling, nausea,or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.If sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days, or if irritation,pain, or redness persist or worsen, see your dentist or doctor promptly.