Prilocaine
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
It is used before dental care to numb the area.
Indications
It is used before dental care to numb the area.
Contraindications
Prilocaine is contraindicated in conditions like Anaemia, Methaemoglobinaemia.
Side Effects
WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your
doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:
Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash ; hives; itching ; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever ; wheezing ;
tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue,
or throat. Signs of methemoglobinemia like a blue or gray color of the lips, nails, or skin; a heartbeat that does not feel normal; seizures ; very bad
dizziness or passing out; very bad headache ; feeling very sleepy; feeling tired or weak; or shortness of breath . This effect is rare but may be
deadly if it happens. Signs of too much acid in the blood ( acidosis ) like confusion; fast breathing; fast heartbeat ; a heartbeat that does not feel normal; very
bad stomach pain, upset stomach , or throwing up; feeling very sleepy; shortness of breath; or feeling very tired or weak. A burning, numbness, or tingling feeling that is not normal. Numbness or tingling in or around the mouth that lasts or gets worse. Dizziness or passing out. Feeling lightheaded, sleepy, confused, or having blurred eyesight. Slow heartbeat . Sweating a lot. Ringing in ears. Low mood ( depression ). Very nervous and excitable. Trouble breathing, slow breathing, or shallow breathing. Seizures. Shakiness. Twitching. Change in balance. Restlessness. Anxiety . Feeling hot or cold.
Warnings
Avoid Prilocaine in patient with known hypersensitivity. It should be given with caution to the elderly, to debilitated, to children, patients with epilepsy, impaired cardiac conduction or respiratory function, shock or liver damage. It might be ototoxic and should not be instilled into the middle ear. The application of local anesthetics to the skin for prolonged period or to the extensive area should be avoided. It should be avoided in patients with anemia, congenital or acquired methaemoglobinaemia, cardiac or ventilatory failure or hypoxia. Be careful and avoid injury until anesthetic wears off.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, patients suffering from Liver Malfunction, 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
2.86 to 5.71 mg/kg (4.3 (4.285)) As recommended. IV — As Required
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Prilocaine was found.
Storage
Inj Store Below 25°C.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.