Tetracaine
Synonym(s)
Acoin Solution
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Ester-type local anesthetic.
IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Surface and conduction anaesthesia, s.a. Articaine.
Notice! LA with the highest toxicity!
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- Eye drops: For surface anaesthesia of the eye, put 1-2 trps into the conjunctival sac, gently close the eyelids for a short time. Repeat application several times to achieve sufficient anaesthesia.
- Acoin spray: 1-2 spray bursts on the mucosal area to be anaesthetised, e.g. before oral conduction anaesthesia.
- Acoin solution: Apply undiluted 1-4 ml to the area to be anaesthetized or instill.
Undesirable effectsThis section has been translated automatically.
- Allergic reactions.
- Impairment of the nervous system (e.g. dizziness, cramps, vomiting).
- Impairments of the cardiovascular system (e.g. bradycardia, dysrhythmia).
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Sulfonamide effect is reduced.
ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.
- Hypersensitivity to alkyl 4-hydroxybenzoates (paragroup allergy).
- Acute and/or severe cardiovascular diseases (e.g. decompensated heart failure).
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Ophtocaine N, Gingicaine, Acoin