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Minims Tetracaine HCL Eye Drops 0.5% - Pack of 20

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Single-use, clear, colourless, sterile eye drops containing amethocaine (tetracaine) hydrochloride Ph.Eur. 0.5% w/v solution. Branded versions include Minims Amethocaine.

Product number: 6705

Pack size: 20

Prescription Only Medicine

£14.28

This information is intended for use by health professionals

Minims Tetracaine Hydrochloride 1% w/v Eye Drops, Solution

Single-use, clear, colourless, sterile eye drops tetracaine hydrochloride Ph.Eur. 1% w/v solution.

Single-use, sterile eye drops.

Ocular anaesthetic for topical instillation into the conjunctival sac.

Adults and children

One drop or as required. Each Minims unit should be discarded after use.

Not to be used in patients with a known hypersensitivity to the product.

Tetracaine is hydrolysed in the body to p-amino-benzoic acid and should not therefore be used in patients being treated with sulphonamides.

In view of the immaturity of the enzyme system which metabolises the ester type local anaesthetics in premature babies, tetracaine should be avoided in these patients.

The anaesthetised eye should be protected from dust and bacterial contamination.

The cornea may be damaged by prolonged application of anaesthetic eye drops.

Systemic absorption may be reduced by compressing the lacrimal sac at the medial canthus for a minute during and following the instillation of the drops. (This blocks the passage of the drops via the naso lacrimal duct to the wide absorptive area of the nasal and pharyngeal mucosa. It is especially advisable in children.)

Tetracaine should not be used in patients being treated with sulphonamides (see 4.3 above)

Safety for use in pregnancy and lactation has not been established, therefore, use only when considered essential by the physician.

May cause transient blurring of vision on instillation. Warn patients not to drive or operate hazardous machinery unless vision is clear.

Tetracaine may give rise to dermatitis in hypersensitive patients.

On instillation an initial burning sensation may be experienced. This may last for up to 30 seconds.

Corneal disorders such as superficial punctuate keratitis or edema may be observed following short-term application of Tetracaine (amethocaine) eye drops for topical anaesthesia.

The cornea may be damaged by prolonged application of anaesthetic eye drops.

Tetracaine hydrochloride is used as a local anaesthetic which acts by reversibly blocking the propagation and conduction of nerve impulses along nerve axons. Tetracaine stabilises the nerve membrane, preventing the increase in sodium permeability necessary for the production of an action potential.

Tetracaine is a weak base (pKa 8.5), therefore, significant changes in the rate of ionised lipid soluble drug uptake may occur with changes in the acid base balance.

In vitro studies have shown that tetracaine has a high affinity for melanin, therefore, differences in duration of action may be expected between deeply pigmented eyes and less pigmented eyes.

The primary site of metabolism for tetracaine is the plasma. Pseudocholinesterases in the plasma hydrolyse tetracaine to 4-aminobenzoic acid. Unmetabolised drug is excreted in the urine.

No adverse safety issues were detected during the development of this formulation. The active ingredient is well established in clinical ophthalmology.

Hydrochloric Acid

Purified Water

Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original package in order to protect from light. Do not freeze.

A sealed conical shaped polypropylene container fitted with a twist and pull off cap. Overwrapped in an individual polypropylene/paper pouch. Each container holds approximately 0.5ml of solution.

Each Minims unit should be discarded after use.

Bausch & Lomb UK Limited

Bausch & Lomb House

106 London Road

Kingston-Upon-Thames

Surrey, UK

KT2 6TN

Date of first Authorisation: 5.3.87

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Questions and Answers

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What does Tetracaine Ophthalmic Drops treat?

Anonymous- On Sunday, 05 September 2021

A

You will need to consult with your medical director for treatment information with Tetracaine Ophthalmic Drops.

Jim L.- answered On Tuesday, 07 September 2021

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Do Tetracaine Ophthalmic Drops require a Prescription to order?

Anonymous- On Monday, 11 April 2022

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Yes, Tetracaine Ophthalmic Drops are considered Prescription Pharmaceuticals & will require a "Prescription Item Ordering Authorization Form" to be filled out & submitted to our Customer Care Department. For information regarding this form, please visit the "Resources" Tab on our website, click on "Downloadable Forms" & then on "Prescription Item Ordering Authorization Form".

Forrest U.- answered On Monday, 11 April 2022

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How often can you use tetracaine drops?

Patients will be instructed to use 1-2 drops of up to every 30 min for pain control over a 48 hour period with subsequent followup with the ophthalmologist.

How long does tetracaine eye drops take to work?

If affected do not drive or operate machinery until the vision is clear. The eye drops take approximately one minute before onset of action. Duration of action is about 20 minutes. After use protect the eye from dust and bacterial contamination with an eye pad.

What do eye doctors use to numb eyes?

Proparacaine eye drops are used to numb the eye before surgery, certain tests, or procedures. The eye drops are used to prevent pain during the procedure. Proparacaine belongs to the group of medicines called local anesthetics. It works by blocking the pain signals at the nerve endings in the eye.

How can I get prescription drugs?

Getting a prescription filled.
Writing a paper prescription that you take to a local pharmacy..
Calling or e-mailing a pharmacy to order the medicine..
Sending your prescription to the pharmacy by way of a computer that is linked to the provider's electronic medical record (EMR).