Procaine HCL (Procaine Hydrochloride)
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Product Details
Description
Procaine hydrochloride (HCl) is used as a local or regional anesthetic for local infiltration and peripheral nerve block. It is available in 1% and 2% concentrated solutions for injection.
Directions
Procaine HCl should be administered as directed by the doctor.
Ingredients
Procaine HCl is the active ingredient. Sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide, and hydrochloric acid are the inactive ingredients.
Contraindications
Procaine HCl should not be administered to patients who are allergic to the medication or to any of its ingredients, to medications of a similar chemical makeup, or to para-aminobenzoic acid or its derivatives.
Cautions
- Before you receive a procaine HCl injection, inform your doctor of:
- All the prescription and over-the-counter medications you take
- Your allergies
- Your medical history and active health problems
- Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status
- Resuscitative equipment, oxygen, and medications should be available in case of emergency.
- The lowest dosage should be used.
- The medication should be injected slowly, with frequent aspirations before and during injection.
- Repeated injections can increase medication levels in the blood.
- Monitoring should be constant.
- Procaine HCl should be used with caution in patients with liver problems.
- Cardiac arrhythmias can occur if used with a vasoconstrictor like epinephrine.
- Familial malignant hyperthermia can occur.
- Injection into the neck or head can cause reactions similar to systemic toxicity, resulting in confusion, convulsions, respiratory depression/arrest, and cardiovascular problems.
- Patients may have temporary loss of sensation or movement after receiving the injection.
Side Effects
Restlessness, anxiety, dizziness, ringing in the ears, blurred vision, or tremors are some procaine HCl side effects; however, these are not all the side effects that can occur. A doctor should be notified of any bothersome or persistent side effects.
Reference:
Procaine HCl. Hospira, Inc.; 2007.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 13745
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