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Minims Tetracaine HCL Eye Drops 0.5% - Pack of 20
Drug Legal Category: POM
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
Q
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
Q
Do Tetracaine Ophthalmic Drops require a Prescription to order?
Anonymous- On Monday, 11 April 2022
A
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