Paracaine Eye Drop
Ajanta Pharma Ltd

prescription required

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In-stock 5 ml in 1 packet
52.50
Related Warnings
Alcohol

No interaction found

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Paracaine Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

No information is available on the use of Paracaine Eye Drop during lactation. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

It is not known whether Paracaine Eye Drop alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

There is limited information available on the use of Paracaine Eye Drop in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Paracaine Eye Drop in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Proparacaine   NA

Uses of Paracaine Eye Drop
Paracaine Eye Drop is used for local anesthesia.

How to use Paracaine Eye Drop
This medicine is for external use only.Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

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

Side Effects:

Common Blurred vision, Burning sensation, Central nervous system depression, Conjunctival disorder, Contact dermatitis, Corneal damage, Corneal opacity, Increased sweating, Eye redness, Teary eyes, Stinging sensation, Ulcerative keratitis.

Expert advice for Paracaine Eye Drop

Wash your hands after using proparacaine drops as it may cause drying or cracking of the fingertips.
Do not wear contact lenses while using proparacaine.
Protect your eye from injury while it is still numb. Do not touch or rub the eye. Do not use additional eye drops in the eye until your doctor tells you to do so. 
Protect your eye from dust particles, sand, or anything that might cause irritation.
Proparacaine should be used for the period advised by your doctor. Prolonged use of a topical ocular anesthetic may lead to permanent abnormal changes in eyes with accompanying loss of vision.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Paracaine an amide or ester?
Paracaine is an ester

Q. Does Paracaine need to be refrigerated?
Yes, Paracaine needs to be refrigerated at 2°-8°C (36°- 46°F)

Q. How long does Paracaine last?
With a single drop, the onset of anesthesia usually begins within 30 seconds and persists for 15 to 20 minutes.

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