Amethocaine
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Amethocaine also known as Tetracaine, is an ester local topical anesthetic used to numb the eyes, nose, or throat.Tetracaine was patented in 1930 and came into medical use in 1941.
Indications
Amethocaine is primarily indicated in conditions like Local anaesthesia, Local anaesthetic, Pruritus.
Contraindications
Amethocaine is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to the drug.
Side Effects
The most common side effect is burning at the site of use. The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Amethocaine, which give rise to further complications include Allergy.Amethocaine produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Convulsions, Inebriation, Tingling, Tinnitus, Nystagmus, Nausea, Vomiting, Twitching, Numbness of tongue. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Amethocaine therapy.The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute over dosage of Amethocaine include Convulsions.
Warnings
Amethocaine should not be applied to inflamed or highly vascular surface. It should not be used to provide anaesthesia for bronchoscopy or cystoscopy.Prolong application of anesthetic eye drops may damage the cornea.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, Geriatrics, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
0.5 to 1 % (0.75 (0.75)) As recommended. Ophthalmic — As Required
Child Dosage
SA ( ) —
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Amethocaine was found.
Storage
Eye drops Store in a well closed container. Protect from Sunlight.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.