Tetracaine
- Generic Name
- Tetracaine
- Brand Names
- Ametop, Cetacaine, Kovanaze, One Touch Reformulated Apr 2009, Pliaglis, Synera, Zap
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C15H24N2O2
- CAS Number
- 94-24-6
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 0619F35CGV
- Background
Tetracaine is an ester local anaesthetic currently available in combination with lidocaine as a cream and patch.
- Indication
Ophthalmic tetracaine is indicated for the for procedures requiring a rapid and short- acting topical ophthalmic anesthetic.
The combination lidocaine and tetracaine patch is indicated for local dermal analgesia for superficial dermatological procedures and superficial venous access. The combination lidocaine and tetracaine cream is intended to provide topical local analgesia for superficial dermatological procedures.
- Associated Conditions
- Dermabrasion, Haemorrhoids, Insect Bites, Rash caused by poison ivy, Sunburn, Minor burns
- Associated Therapies
- Local Anaesthesia therapy, Local Anesthesia of the Skin
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