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Side effects of benzydamine
Some people get a stinging feeling or numbness in their mouth after using benzydamine. If you're using the spray, this feeling may last a few minutes.
If you get numbness or stinging with the mouthwash, try adding some water (up to 15ml) to your dose. You can mix the mouthwash and water in a cup or glass if you need to.
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