Cetacaine Topical Anesthetic
Generic name:benzocaine, butamben and tetracaine hydrochloride
Dosage form: topical liquid
Drug class:Mouth and throat products
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 1, 2022.
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| In a bland, water-soluble base. | |
| Active ingredients | |
| Benzocaine | 14.0% |
| Butamben | 2.0% |
| Tetracaine Hydrochloride | 2.0% |
| Contains | |
| Benzalkonium Chloride | 0.5% |
| Cetyl Dimethyl Ethyl Ammonium Bromide | 0.005% |
Rx Only.
Store at controlled room temperature 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Action
The onset of Cetacaine-produced anesthesia is rapid (approximately 30 seconds) and the duration of anesthesia is typically 30-60 minutes, when used as directed. This effect is due to the rapid onset, but short duration of action of Benzocaine coupled with the slow onset, but extended duration of Tetracaine HCI and bridged by the intermediate action of Butamben.
These agents act by reversibly blocking nerve conduction. Speed and duration of action is determined by the ability of the agent to be absorbed by the mucous membrane and nerve sheath and then to diffuse out, and ultimately be metabolized (primarily by plasma cholinesterases) to inert metabolites which are excreted in the urine.
Indications
Cetacaine is a topical anesthetic indicated for the production of anesthesia of all accessible mucous membrane except the eyes. Cetacaine Spray is indicated for use to control pain or gagging.
Cetacaine in all forms is indicated to control pain and for use for surgical or endoscopic or other procedures in the ear, nose, mouth, pharynx, lar...
