Proparacaine HCL (Alcaine®)

Indications:

• Short-term relief from corneal burns or corneal abrasions
• Patient comfort prior to irrigation associated with chemical exposure, pepper spray, mace

Contraindications:

• Eye avulsion
• Foreign bodies in the eyes
• Globe rupture
• Allergies to the "caine" drugs

Precautions: Caution patient not to rub eye

Side Effects:

• Burning or stinging sensation
• Irritation

Adult Dose: 1-2 drops in affected eye. Repeat dose every 5 minutes up to a total of 3 applications - standing order

Pediatric Dose: 1-2 drops in affected eye. Repeat dose every 5 minutes up to a total of 3 applications - standing order (same as adult)

Route: Dropped into the affected eye

Drug Action: Rapid, brief, superficial anesthesia; blocks nerve impulses from sensory nerves

Class: Topical ophthalmic anesthetic

Onset: Within 30 seconds

Duration: 10-15 minutes