Proparacaine

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Contributors Dr Sheryl Krohne DVM MS DipACVO
Synonyms Ophthaine

Name

  • Proparacaine.

Class of drug

  • Topical amide-linked local corneal anaesthetic. It has limited penetration into conjunctiva.

Uses

Indications

  • Topical local anesthesia Local anesthesia: overview , for administration into conjunctival sac, external auditory meatus and nares.

Adverse reactions

Other reported reactions

  • A slight stinging has been reported in humans when proparacaine is applied. Rarely local irritation may occur which resolves in less than an hour.

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