Benzydamine
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
This entry was migrated from the earlier Pharmapedia app bundle and has not been reviewed by a named clinician on this site. It is provided for educational reference only — verify dosage and safety information against current, authoritative sources and a qualified healthcare professional before any clinical use.
Overview
Benzydamine is a locally acting nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with local anesthetic and analgesic properties for pain relief and anti-inflammatory treatment of inflammatory conditions of the mouth and throat. Benzydamine is used topically for musculoskeletal pains and for sore throat.
Indications
Benzydamine is primarily indicated in conditions like Inflammation, Radiation-Associated with Mucositis, Acute pharyngitis , Post operative edema, Post-traumatic edema, , Urogenital tract inflammation.
Contraindications
Benzydamine is contraindicated in conditions like Agitation, Hypersensitivity.
Side Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Benzydamine are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Nausea, Skin rashes, Visual disorders, Epigastric discomfort, Redness, Burning, Numbness.
Warnings
It should be used with caution in pregnancy, breast-feeding and patient with renal impairment, May cause burning sensation in patients with compromised mucosal integrity.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
0.15 % (0.15 (0.15)) 3 hourly Gargle — Swish for 30 Seconds
5 % (5 (5)) 8 hourly Topical —
50 mg (50 (50)) 8 hourly PO — Frequency may be increased upto 4 times/day if needed.
Child Dosage
( ) — Not recommended in this age group
Neonatal Dosage
( ) — Not recommended in this age group
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Benzydamine was found.
Storage
Cream, Liq Store at room temperature. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight.
Available Brands in Pakistan
1 active brand listed alphabetically.
NIFLAM
ActivePLATINUM PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT.) LTD.
DML: NIFLAM
Mouth Wash
2 additional records are present but flagged "Unverified / Legacy" and not listed.