Proparacaine works by blocking pain signals from the peripheral nerves to brain which decreases the sensation of pain.
Blurred vision, Burning sensation, Central nervous system depression, Conjunctival disorder, Contact dermatitis, Corneal damage, Corneal opacity, Increased sweating, Eye redness, Teary eyes, Stinging sensation, Ulcerative keratitis
Proparacaine is used for local anesthesia.
Proparacaine is an ester
Q. Is Proparacaine an amide or ester?Proparacaine is an ester
Q. Does Proparacaine need to be refrigerated?Yes, Proparacaine needs to be refrigerated at 2°-8°C (36°- 46°F)
Q. How long does Proparacaine last?With a single drop, the onset of anesthesia usually begins within 30 seconds and persists for 15 to 20 minutes.