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Intacaine Benefits & Uses

Intacaine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Intacaine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Piles Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Piles Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Piles Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Piles Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Intacaine Related Warnings

Is the use of Intacaine safe for pregnant women?

Intacaine has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Intacaine safe during breastfeeding?

Intacaine may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Intacaine on the Kidneys?

Intacaine rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Intacaine on the Liver?

Intacaine is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Intacaine on the Heart?

Intacaine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Intacaine with Other Drugs

Intacaine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Moderate

Codeine

Intacaine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Intacaine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Failure
Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial flutter
Burns
Eczema
Liver Disease
Burning Eyes

Frequently asked Questions about Intacaine

Is this Intacaine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Intacaine has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Intacaine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Intacaine can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Intacaine only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Intacaine in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Intacaine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Intacaine

When consumed with certain foods, Intacaine may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Intacaine

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Intacaine with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Intacaine

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Intacaine work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Intacaine is a local anesthetic agent which prevent the sensation of pain. It works by inhibiting the pain signal from the nerves to the brain lead to decrease pain sensation and discomfort arising due to skin irritation, sunburn or other medical conditions.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Intacaine cause drowsiness?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Intacaine may cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It is a common side effect of this drug. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Intacaine to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Intacaine?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Intacaine is a brand name for lidocaine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called local anesthetic agent. Intacaine is available in different dosage forms such as injection, gel, spray, patch, and solution. It is mainly used to reduce pain and discomfort caused by skin irritation and sunburn. Some form of Intacaine is used to reduce pain and discomfort arises before certain surgery (small) and medical examination or procedure. The injectable form of Intacaine is mainly used for the treatment of ventricular arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat).

Question over 5 years ago

Is Intacaine a narcotic?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, Intacaine is not a narcotic. It is a local anesthetic agent which is used to cause numbness and block pain. Narcotics are the natural products like opium and its derivatives, heroin, coca leaf, and cannabis, synthetic drugs like pethidine, methadone, codeine, and morphine. These are also prescription drugs and must be taken cautiously as these can cause an addiction.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Intacaine used topically in mouth?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Intacaine is used topically for producing an anesthetic effect (Prevent pain) on the irritated or inflamed mucous membranes of mouth and pharynx. It is also used for minimizing gagging during X-ray procedure and dental impressions.