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Akten Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Lidocaine HCl 3.5%; oph gel; preservative-free.
Pharmacological Class
Local anesthetic.
How Supplied
Gel—5mL
Manufacturer
Akten Indications
Indications
Ocular surface anesthesia during ophthalmologic procedures.
Akten Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
For single patient use. 2 drops to the ocular surface in area of planned procedure; may reapply.
Akten Contraindications
Not Applicable
Akten Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Akten Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Not for injection. Prolonged use may cause corneal opacification and ulceration. Pregnancy (Cat. B). Nursing mothers.
Akten Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Akten Interactions
Not Applicable
Akten Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Conjunctival hyperemia, corneal epithelial changes, headache, burning upon instillation.
Akten Clinical Trials
See Literature
Akten Note
Not Applicable
Akten Patient Counseling
See Literature
