Unguentine

Unguentine is applied to the skin to help protect against infection in minor cuts, scrapes, or burns.

Unguentine is applied to the scalp to treat dandruff.

Some forms of phenol topical are used inside the mouth to provide temporary relief from minor mouth pain or irritation, sore throat, or canker sore pain.

Unguentine may also be used for other reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Unguentine comes in many forms, including liquid, swab, ointment, spray, and lozenge. Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use included with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.

Always follow the directions on the medicine label when using this medicine on a child. Some forms of phenol topical should not be used in children of certain ages.

Unguentine may be applied to the skin as needed. First, clean the area to be treated.

Before applying Unguentine to the skin, you may want to test a small amount of the medicine to check for a skin reaction.

Do not use Unguentine on deep wounds, puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns. Do not apply it over large skin areas. Do not cover the treated skin with a bandage.

Unguentine may be used in the mouth once every 2 hours as needed. A child aged 6 to 12 years should not use more than 10 lozenges in 24 hours.

Do not use Unguentine in the mouth if you are using a form intended only for skin use.

To use Unguentine spray in the mouth, spray directly into the mouth or throat. Keep the medicine in place for 15 seconds, then spit it out. Avoid swallowing the spray.

To use Unguentine as a mouth rinse, gargle or swish the liquid for 15 seconds, then spit it out. Do not swallow the liquid.

To use Unguentine as a lozenge, hold the lozenge in your mouth and let it dissolve slowly.

While using this medicine in the mouth or on the skin, seek medical advice if you have new or worsening symptoms of pain, redness, swelling, rash, or fever.

Call your doctor if your sore throat is severe or lasts longer than 2 days, or if you have a high fever, headache, nausea, or vomiting.

Do not let a child younger than 12 years old use this medicine without adult supervision.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not refrigerate.

Each Unguentine swab is for one-time use only.

Some forms of phenol topical can stain skin and clothing. Be careful to avoid spilling the medicine.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as your doctor prescribed.

You should not use Unguentine if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Unguentine is safe to use if you have any medical conditions or allergies.

If you are breastfeeding, avoid applying this medicine to breast areas that might come into contact with the baby's mouth.

Get emergency medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

You may experience less serious side effects, and you might have none at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may happen. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

If you miss a dose, skip it and take your next dose at the regular time. Do not take two doses at the same time.

An overdose of Unguentine is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medicine.

Avoid getting Unguentine in your eyes.

Medicine applied to the skin is not likely to be influenced by other medications you take. However, many medications can interact with one another. Inform all of your healthcare providers about every medicine you are using, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.