Riferimento farmaci
Dibucaine
Dibucaine is a medicine in the class central nervous system. It is used for hemorrhoids.
- Classe del farmaco: Central Nervous System
- Indicato per: hemorrhoids
Ultimo aggiornamento Fonti: US FDA label
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In breve
- Classe del farmaco
- Central Nervous System
- Forme farmaceutiche comuni
- unguento, crema
- Dosaggi comuni
- 10 mg/g, 1 g/100 g, 10 mg/ml
- Nomi commerciali
- 5
- Paesi e mercati
- 1
Per cosa si usa
Come agisce
Dibucaine is an amide-type local anaesthetic. It reversibly blocks voltage-gated sodium channels in neuronal membranes, preventing the sodium influx needed to generate and conduct nerve impulses.
Dose abituale nell'adulto (sintesi del foglio illustrativo)
Hemorrhoids and other anorectal disorders (adults and children 12 years and over): apply externally to the affected area up to 3 to 4 times daily
Gravidanza e allattamento
- Gravidanza
- Safe Local anaesthetic in haemorrhoid and skin creams; little is absorbed with short use on small areas. Short-term use in pregnancy is acceptable; avoid large areas, broken skin or long use.
- Allattamento
- Safe Little is absorbed from haemorrhoid or skin use. LactMed and UK SPS: acceptable if applied away from the breast. Never apply to the nipple; swallowing dibucaine has caused seizures and death in young children.
Effetti indesiderati segnalati
- Local burning or stinging at the application site
- Skin irritation or redness
- Contact dermatitis (allergic sensitisation)
- Itching or rash at the application site
- Swelling or tenderness at the application site
- Hypersensitivity reactions, including urticaria
Controindicazioni
- Do not use in or near the eyes in children under 2 years of age
Chi deve prestare attenzione
- For external use only
- Allergic reactions to ingredients in the product can occur
- Do not put into the rectum using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
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What is Dibucaine used for?
Dibucaine is a medicine in the class central nervous system. It is used for Hemorrhoids.
What side effects have been reported with Dibucaine?
Local burning or stinging at the application site, Skin irritation or redness, Contact dermatitis (allergic sensitisation), Itching or rash at the application site, Swelling or tenderness at the application site, Hypersensitivity reactions, including urticaria.
Can Dibucaine be taken in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy: Safe. Local anaesthetic in haemorrhoid and skin creams; little is absorbed with short use on small areas. Short-term use in pregnancy is acceptable; avoid large areas, broken skin or long use. Breastfeeding: Safe. Little is absorbed from haemorrhoid or skin use. LactMed and UK SPS: acceptable if applied away from the breast. Never apply to the nipple; swallowing dibucaine has caused seizures and death in young children.
What does Dibucaine interact with?
MediHelp does not list a checked interaction for Dibucaine yet. Always tell your pharmacist about every medicine you take.
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