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Proparacaine Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Proparacaine HCl 0.5%; contains benzalkonium chloride.
Pharmacological Class
Rapidly-acting topical anesthetic.
How Supplied
Contact supplier.
Manufacturer
Proparacaine Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Indications
Indications
For procedures in which a topical ophthalmic anesthetic is indicated: corneal anesthesia of short duration (eg, tonometry, gonioscopy, removal of corneal foreign bodies), and for short corneal and conjunctival procedures.
Proparacaine Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
Removal of foreign bodies and sutures, and for tonometry: 1–2 drops in each eye before operating. Short corneal and conjunctival procedures: 1 drop in each eye every 5–10 minutes for 5–7 doses.
Proparacaine Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Contraindications
Not Applicable
Proparacaine Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Proparacaine Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Not for injection into eye. Permanent corneal opacification with accompanying visual loss with prolonged use. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Proparacaine Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Proparacaine Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Interactions
Not Applicable
Proparacaine Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Local effects (eg, stinging, burning, conjunctival redness); rare: severe, immediate-type hyperallergic corneal reaction.
Proparacaine Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Clinical Trials
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Proparacaine Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Ophthetic.
Proparacaine Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Patient Counseling
See Literature
