Pontocaine HCl

Name: Pontocaine HCl

Important Information

You should not receive this medicine if you are allergic to Pontocaine HCl or any other type of numbing medicine.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since tetracaine is given as needed before a surgery or other medical procedure, you are not likely to be on a dosing schedule.

What happens if I overdose?

Since this medicine is given by a healthcare professional in a medical setting, an overdose is unlikely to occur.

What should I avoid after receiving tetracaine?

Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

What other drugs will affect tetracaine?

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

  • sulfa drugs (Bactrim, Septra, Sulfatrim, SMX-TMP or SMZ-TMP, and others).

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect tetracaine, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

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