Benzocaine PD
Benzocaine PD is a medicine authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 25164. The authorisation holder is Produits Dentaires SA. The medicinal product code is Synthetic medicines and the dispensing category is B: Supplied only against a prescription which, at the prescriber's discretion, may be dispensed repeatedly. First authorisation was granted on 20 April 1961 and the authorisation is valid without a time limit. ATC code D04AB places the medicine in the group Antipruritics.
| Authorisation number | 25164 |
|---|---|
| Name | Benzocaine PD |
| Full name | Benzocaine PD, pâte buccale |
| Authorisation holder | Produits Dentaires SA |
| Medicinal product code | Synthetic medicines |
| Dispensing category | B · Prescription only |
| ATC code | D04AB |
| First authorisation | 20 April 1961 |
| Authorisation validity | unlimited |
| No. | Name | Dispensing category | Authorisation date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Benzocaine PD, pâte buccale | B | 20 April 1961 |
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| Pack code | Quantity | Unit | ATC | IT code | Dispensing category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 1 x 8 g | tube(s) | D04AB | 13.01.1. | B |
| 24 | 6 x 8 g | tube(s) | D04AB | 13.01.1. | B |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Benzocaine PD authorised in Switzerland?
Yes. Benzocaine PD is authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 25164, data as of 01 September 2026. The authorisation is valid without a time limit.
Which dispensing category does Benzocaine PD have?
Benzocaine PD is in dispensing category B. Supplied only against a prescription which, at the prescriber's discretion, may be dispensed repeatedly.
Who is the authorisation holder of Benzocaine PD?
The authorisation holder is Produits Dentaires SA. The holder carries the legal responsibility for quality, safety and product information of the medicine in Switzerland.
Sources
Swissmedic data as of 01 September 2026. No medical advice. Independent directory, not affiliated with Swissmedic or the FOPH.