TETRACAINE

Overview

TETRACAINE is a Schedule H drug.
Tetracaine is a local anesthetic. It works by blocking nerve signals in your body.Tetracaine injection is given as an epidural injection into the spinal column to produce numbness during labor, surgery, or certain medical procedures.This medication comes in solution form for topical use during surgical procedures and examinations of the eye.Tetracaine works by blocking pain signals from the peripheral nerves to brain which decreases the sensation of pain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 5yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Topical (Local Application)

Precautions

  • You should not receive tetracaine injection if you are allergic to tetracaine injection or any other type of numbing medicine.
  • Do not use Tetracaine eye drops for long period without consulting eye specialist as it may damage your cornea and severely affect your eyesight.
  • Take precautions to protect your numb eye from dust and bacterial contamination.
  • Remove your contact lenses prior to the administration of the Tetracaine eye drops.
  • Do not drive or operate machinery after instillation of Tetracaine eye drops unless vision is clear.
  • Do not use large amounts of Tetracaine topical, or cover treated skin areas with a bandage or plastic wrap without medical advice.
  • Do not apply on skin that is cut or irritated as it may also absorb more topical medication than healthy skin.
  • Avoid using other medications on the Tetracaine topical treated areas.

Common Side-Effects

TETRACAINE : Itchy Skin, Dermatitis, Nervousness, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Chills, Head Headache, Eyes Blurred Vision, Nausea, Vomit, Ringing In Ears, Eyes Eye Irritation, Eyes Sensitive To Light, Eyes Redness, Eyes Watery Eyes

Serious Side-Effects

TETRACAINE : Blood Pressure, Low, Seizure, Cardiac Arrest, Chest Pain, Body Discoloration, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Eyes Swelling, Arms Swelling, Swollen Tongue, Legs Swelling, Difficulty Breathing, Difficulty Swallowing

Technical Classification

TETRACAINE is categorized as: LOCAL INJECTABLE ANESTHETICS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with TETRACAINE as Ingredient

VIVETA CRMLIDOCAINE 70.0 MG, TETRACAINE 70.0 MG