Anbesol Liquid SF

Anbesol Liquid Sugar Free (SF) is a topical oral anaesthetic and antiseptic solution used to provide fast, temporary relief from mouth and gum pain. It is commonly used for:

• Teething pain in babies (from around 5 months+)
• Mouth ulcers
• Sore gums
• Denture irritation
• Minor oral discomfort

It works by combining a local anaesthetic (lidocaine) with antiseptic agents to both numb pain and reduce bacteria in the affected area.

Babies (5 months+) / children:

• Place a small amount (about 0.25 ml) on a clean fingertip
• Apply directly to the affected gum or sore area
• Repeat if needed after at least 3 hours
• Maximum: up to 6 applications in 24 hours

Adults:

• Apply a small undiluted amount directly to the sore area
• Usually 1–2 applications at once are sufficient
• Repeat every 3 hours if needed

Not suitable for babies under 5 months
Do not use if allergic to lidocaine or other local anaesthetics
Avoid using multiple lidocaine-containing products together
Do not exceed recommended dose (risk of serious side effects if absorbed in excess)
Use carefully on broken or damaged mouth tissue (increased absorption risk)

Important warnings:
Contains ethanol (alcohol)
Contains lidocaine, which can be harmful in overdose
Overuse may cause serious effects such as drowsiness, seizures, or irregular heartbeat in extreme cases

Active ingredients:
Lidocaine hydrochloride (local anaesthetic)
Cetylpyridinium chloride (antiseptic)
Chlorocresol (antiseptic)

Other ingredients include:
Ethanol (high concentration in solution base)
Glycerol
Menthol
Colouring agents (varies by batch)
Caramel / dye components (in some formulations)
Purified water"