Intacaine Benefits & Uses

Intacaine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Intacaine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Intacaine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Intacaine is used -

Severe

Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)

Moderate

Convulsion
Confusion
Drowsiness

Mild

Application Site Irritation
Paresthesia
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Common

Skin redness

Intacaine Related Warnings

Is the use of Intacaine safe for pregnant women?

Intacaine has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Intacaine safe during breastfeeding?

Intacaine may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Intacaine on the Kidneys?

Intacaine rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Intacaine on the Liver?

Intacaine is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Intacaine on the Heart?

Intacaine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Intacaine with Other Drugs

Intacaine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Moderate

Codeine

Intacaine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Intacaine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Failure
Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial flutter
Burns
Eczema
Liver Disease
Burning Eyes

Frequently asked Questions about Intacaine

Is this Intacaine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Intacaine has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Intacaine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Intacaine can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Intacaine only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Intacaine in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Intacaine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Intacaine

When consumed with certain foods, Intacaine may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Intacaine

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Intacaine with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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