Cocaine hydrochloride-topical

Name: Cocaine hydrochloride-topical

Do I need a prescription for cocaine hydrochloride-topical?

Yes

What are the side effects of cocaine hydrochloride-topical?

Common side effects of cocaine include:

  • dizziness,
  • nervousness,
  • restlessness,
  • nausea, and
  • unusual feelings of well-being.

Serious side effects may include:

  • fever,
  • mood changes,
  • seizures,
  • breathing difficulties,
  • vomiting, and
  • prolonged numbness around the area of application.

Is cocaine hydrochloride-topical safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?

Cocaine hydrochloride should only be given to pregnant women if clearly needed. Cocaine is classified as FDA pregnancy risk category C (adverse effects in animals but insufficient human data).

Cocaine is excreted in breast milk and may cause adverse effects in the nursing infant. The American Association of Pediatrics recommends against the use of cocaine during breastfeeding. Due to the potential for serious side effects in the nursing infant, it is recommended that nursing be discontinued during cocaine use.

What else should I know about cocaine hydrochloride-topical?

What preparations of cocaine hydrochloride-topical are available?

Topical solution: 4 % and 10%

How should I keep cocaine hydrochloride-topical stored?

Cocaine hydrochloride should be stored at 20 C to 25 C (68 F to 77 F).

Reviewed on 6/1/2015 References REFERENCES:

FDA Prescribing Information.

National Institute on Drug Abuse: The Science of Drug Abuse & Addiction. Cocaine.
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