Tetracaine

Uses of Tetracaine

Tetracaine is commonly used as Local Anesthesia (Numb Tissues In A Specific Area).

How Tetracaine Works

Tetracaine is an ester-type anaesthetic which acts by blocking the sodium ion channels, in turn preventing the initiation and conduction of the sensory impulses, thus forming an area of anaesthesia locally.

Side Effects of Tetracaine

Skin redness, Skin swelling, Skin rash/blistering, Stinging sensation on application site, Anxious/Restlessness, Drowsiness

Warnings

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

Tetracaine is safe to be used in patients with kidney impairment.

Alcohol Not Advisable

There is no known interaction between alcohol and Tetracaine when used concomitantly.

Pregnancy Not Safe

There are limited data on the safety of Tetracaine use during pregnancy but Tetracaine has been used in wide without apparent toxicities. Thus, caution use of Tetracaine has to be practised during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Generally Safe

Tetracaine usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Liver Limited Data

Tetracaine is safe to be used in patients with liver impairment.

Lactation Limited Data

Excretion of Tetracaine in the human breastmilk is unknown and the safety profile has not been established. Thus, it is not advisable to be used during breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Written by , MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).