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EUGENOL: 20 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile

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20
Total FAERS Reports
0
Deaths Reported
0
Hospitalizations
20
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
2
Life-Threatening
The Mentholatum Company
Manufacturer

Drug Class: Allergens [CS] · Route: TOPICAL · Manufacturer: The Mentholatum Company · HUMAN OTC DRUG · FDA Label: Available

First Report: 20160301 · Latest Report: 20200107

What Are the Most Common EUGENOL Side Effects?

#1 Most Reported
Chemical burn
4 reports (20.0%)
#2 Most Reported
Hypersensitivity
3 reports (15.0%)
#3 Most Reported
Tongue discomfort
2 reports (10.0%)

All EUGENOL Side Effects by Frequency

No side effect data available.

Who Reports EUGENOL Side Effects? Age & Gender Data

Gender: 65.0% female, 35.0% male. Average age: 34.2 years. Most reports from: US. View detailed demographics →

Is EUGENOL Getting Safer? Reports by Year

YearReportsDeathsHosp.
2016 2 0 0
2017 7 0 0
2018 7 0 0
2019 2 0 0
2020 1 0 0

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What Is EUGENOL Used For?

IndicationReports
Toothache 15

Other Drugs in Same Class: Allergens [CS]

Official FDA Label for EUGENOL

Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.

FDA Approved Uses (Indications)

Uses temporarily relieves throbbing, persistent toothache due to a cavity until a dentist can be seen

Dosage & Administration

Directions rinse tooth with water to remove any food particles from the cavity using tweezers, immerse cotton pellet in medication to prevent dripping , squeeze gently between fingers to remove excess liquid place pellet in tooth cavity for one minute without touching surrounding tissues , then remove supervise children using this product adults and children 12 years and over: use up to 4 times daily or as directed by a dentist or doctor children under 12 years: ask a dentist or doctor

Warnings

Warnings For external use only Allergy alert: do not use if you are allergic to eugenol (clove oil) When using this product use only in teeth with persistent, throbbing pain avoid touching tissues other than tooth cavity. Contact with lips or mucous membranes can cause burning, swelling, or irritation. DO NOT SWALLOW to avoid irritation do not use for more than 7 days do not exceed recommended dosage Stop use and ask a dentist or doctor if irritation persists, inflammation develops, or if fever and infection develop See a dentist as soon as possible whether or not the pain is relieved. Toothaches and open cavities indicate serious problems that need prompt attention by a dentist.

Active Ingredient

Active Ingredient Eugenol 1.2%

Inactive Ingredients

Inactive Ingredients: Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, Flavor, PEG-400, PEG-3350, Sodium Saccharin Dihydrate, Sorbic Acid