Paracaine (Ajanta) Information

Paracaine (Ajanta) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Eye Disorders.

The optimal dosage of Paracaine (Ajanta) is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Paracaine (Ajanta) include Itching or burning, Eye Redness, Tearing in one eye. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Paracaine (Ajanta) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Paracaine (Ajanta) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Paracaine (Ajanta)'s effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Paracaine (Ajanta) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Paracaine (Ajanta) related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Paracaine (Ajanta) are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Paracaine (Ajanta) with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Paracaine (Ajanta) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Paracaine (Ajanta) Benefits & Uses
Paracaine (Ajanta) Dosage & How to Take
Paracaine (Ajanta) Side Effects
Paracaine (Ajanta) Related Warnings
Paracaine (Ajanta) Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Paracaine (Ajanta)
Paracaine (Ajanta) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Paracaine (Ajanta) Benefits & Uses

Paracaine (Ajanta) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Eye Disorders

Paracaine (Ajanta) 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: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: used in eye surgery
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: used in eye surgery

Paracaine (Ajanta) Related Warnings

Is the use of Paracaine (Ajanta) safe for pregnant women?

Paracaine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Paracaine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Paracaine (Ajanta) safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Paracaine for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Paracaine (Ajanta) on the Kidneys?

There is no research available on the side effects of Paracaine on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Paracaine (Ajanta) on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Paracaine on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Paracaine (Ajanta) on the Heart?

Paracaine has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Paracaine (Ajanta) Contraindications

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

Allergy
Heart Disease
Hyperthyroidism

Frequently asked Questions about Paracaine (Ajanta)

Is this Paracaine (Ajanta) habit forming or addictive?

Paracaine (Ajanta) is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Paracaine (Ajanta) you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Paracaine (Ajanta) should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Paracaine (Ajanta) for mental disorders.

No

Paracaine (Ajanta) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Paracaine (Ajanta)

Taking Paracaine (Ajanta) with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Paracaine (Ajanta)

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Paracaine (Ajanta) with alcohol will be.

Unknown