Aurocaine Eye Drop

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Rs.48.50for 1 bottle(s) (5 ml Eye Drop each)
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Composition FOR Aurocaine 0.5% w/w Eye Drop

Proparacaine(0.5% w/w)

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alcohol interaction for Aurocaine Eye Drop

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lactation interaction for Aurocaine Eye Drop

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Aurocaine Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Aurocaine Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Aurocaine 0.5% w/w Eye Drop

Proparacaine(0.5% w/w)

Aurocaine eye drop uses

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How aurocaine eye drop works

Aurocaine Eye Drop works by blocking pain signals from the peripheral nerves to brain which decreases the sensation of pain.

Common side effects of aurocaine eye drop

Stinging in the eyes, Burning sensation in eye, Eye redness

SUBSTITUTES FOR Aurocaine Eye Drop

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Aurocaine Eye Drop

  • Proparacaine is commonly used to anesthetize the eye before cataract surgery or any other surgery in the eye.
  • Usually 1-2 drops are sufficient to anesthetize the eye.
  • Effect of Proparacaine lasts for up to half an hour.

Frequently asked questions FOR Aurocaine 0.5% w/w Eye Drop

Proparacaine

Q. What are the side effects of Aurocaine Eye Drop?
The most common side effects of Aurocaine Eye Drop are stinging, burning sensation, and eye redness. Usually these are temporary and subside on their own after sometime. However, if they do not resolve and worry you, please consult your doctor.
Q. How is Aurocaine Eye Drop used?
Aurocaine Eye Drop is used by a doctor for examination of the eye or before any surgical procedure of the eye to numb the area. Few drops of it are applied on the surface of the eye with the help of a dropper. Any extra liquid must be wiped off.
Q. What precautions should I take while using Aurocaine Eye Drop?
Before using Aurocaine Eye Drop, you must tell your doctor if you have had any allergies to this, or any other medicines earlier. You should know that this is a numbing medicine and the effect will take some time to wear off. Avoid rubbing your eye until your sensations are back to normal. Any kind of rubbing of the eyes may lead to injury to the eye.
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Q. Do these drops have an anti allergic property?
No. Numbing eye drops don’t have soothing, hydrating, anti-allergy, or antibiotic properties. They’re an anesthetic medication for your eye. When administered in small doses, these drops are considered safe. However, there are some risks of side effects if they’re overused.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)