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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 the 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 Do not use • for teething • in children under age 2 When using this product • avoid contact with the eyes • do not exceed recommended dosage • do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a doctor/dentist 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. If more than used for pain is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.