PROPCAINE EYE DROP

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Composition FOR Propcaine NA Eye Drop

Proparacaine(NA)

food interaction for Propcaine Eye Drop

alcohol interaction for Propcaine Eye Drop

pregnancy interaction for Propcaine Eye Drop

lactation interaction for Propcaine Eye Drop

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No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
PROPCAINE 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 PROPCAINE EYE DROP during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Propcaine NA Eye Drop

Proparacaine(NA)

Propcaine eye drop uses

{med_name} is used for eye anesthesia.

How propcaine eye drop works

PROPCAINE EYE DROP works by blocking pain signals from the peripheral nerves to brain which decreases the sensation of pain.

Common side effects of propcaine eye drop

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

SUBSTITUTES FOR Propcaine Eye Drop

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Propcaine 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 Propcaine NA Eye Drop

Proparacaine

Q. What are the side effects of PROPCAINE EYE DROP?
The most common side effects of PROPCAINE 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 PROPCAINE EYE DROP used?
PROPCAINE 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 PROPCAINE EYE DROP?
Before using PROPCAINE 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)