Cetacaine Warnings, Precautions, Pregnancy, Nursing, Abuse - Benzocaine, Aminobenzoate and Tetracaine

Cetacaine Warnings, Precautions, Pregnancy, Nursing, Abuse - Benzocaine, Aminobenzoate and Tetracaine

WARNINGS

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On rare occasions, methemoglobinemia has been reported in connection with the use of benzocaine-containing products. Care should be used not to exceed a two second spray. If a patient becomes cyanotic, treat appropriately to counteract (such as with methylene blue, if medically indicated).

USE IN PREGNANCY

Safe use of Cetacaine has not been established with respect to possible adverse effects upon fetal development. Therefore, Cetacaine should not be used during early pregnancy, unless in the judgement of a physician, the potential benefits outweigh the unknown hazards. Routine precaution for the use of any topical anesthetic should be observed when Cetacaine is used.

Appropriate pediatric dosage has not been established for this product.