Dibucaine topical
Generic name: dibucaine topical [ DYE-bue-kane ]
Brand names: Dibucaine, Nupercainal, Rectacaine
Dosage form: topical ointment (1%)
Drug class:Topical anesthetics
What is dibucaine topical?
Dibucaine is an anesthetic, or numbing medicine.
Dibucaine topical (for the skin) is used to treat minor pain and itching caused by minor cuts or burns, insect bites or stings, sunburn, or other skin irritations.
Dibucaine topical is also used to relieve rectal pain and itching caused by hemorrhoids or other rectal irritations.
Dibucaine topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use dibucaine topical if you are allergic to it.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if dibucaine topical is safe to use if you have any type of allergy.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you apply dibucaine topical to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth.
Do not use this medicine on a child younger than 12 years old without medical advice.
How should I use dibucaine topical?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Dibucaine topical can cause serious side effects if it gets into the mouth, especially in a child.
It is best to use no more than 1 ounce of dibucaine per day (24 hours). If you use the ointment on a child, use no more than 1/4 of an ounce per day.
Wash your hands before and after applying this medication.
Do not apply this medicine to areas of infection, open wounds, broken skin, burns, or irritated skin.
You may cover the treated skin area with a light bandage or gauze dressing.
For hemorrhoids, apply the ointment to the outside of the rectum after each bowel movement, up to 4 times per day.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if they get worse.
Store at room temperature. Do not freeze. Keep the tube tightly closed when not in use.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Apply the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not apply two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose?
An overdose of dibucaine topical is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed t...
