What are the side effects of anesthesia spray?
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the use of benzocaine-containing anesthesia spray has been linked to a rare, but serious blood condition called methemoglobinemia, which can reduce the amount of oxygen in the bloodstream. While most side effects of anesthesia spray are mild and localized, it is crucial to understand both the common and potentially severe reactions associated with topical anesthetics, such as lidocaine and benzocaine.
