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Methemoglobinemia warning: use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia a serious condition that must be treated properly 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 develop: * 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 lovcal anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine or other "caine" anesthetics Do not use * more than directed * for more than 7 days unless told to do so by a dentist or doctor * for teething * in children under 2 years of age Stop use and ask a doctor if * swelling, rash or fever develops * irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens * symptoms do not improve in 7 days * allergic reation occurs Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.