- A rapid-acting, sterile local anesthetic used for short-duration numbing of the eye
Uses
- Tonometry:
- Used to numb the eye immediately before measuring intraocular pressure
- Foreign Body/Suture Removal:
- Applied topically to the cornea to facilitate the painless removal of foreign objects or surgical stitches
- Diagnostic Examinations:
- Indicated for use during gonioscopy (checking the eye's drainage angle) and conjunctival scraping for diagnosis
- Pre-Surgical Anesthesia:
- Serves as a topical anesthetic prior to more complex surgeries, such as cataract extractions
Features
- Rapid Onset:
- Anesthesia typically begins within 13 to 20 seconds of instillation
- Short Duration:
- The numbing effect persists for approximately 10 to 20 minutes
- Sterile Formulation:
- Each mL contains 5mg of Proparacaine Hydrochloride (0.5%) in a sterile aqueous solution
- Packaging:
- Supplied in a 15mL white dropper bottle with a tamper-evident seal
- Storage Requirements:
- Must be refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) and protected from light
Benefits
- Clinical Efficiency:
- Its fast-acting nature allows practitioners to proceed with diagnostic or therapeutic procedures almost immediately after application
- Patient Comfort:
- Effectively blocks sodium ion permeability in nerve cell membranes, preventing the generation of pain signals during eye procedures
- Quality Assurance:
- Developed as a high-barrier generic that meets global quality and safety standards for the U.S. market
- Cost-Effective:
- Provides a high-quality, affordable alternative to brand-name ophthalmic anesthetics
