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Tetracaine

Tetracaine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% is indicated for procedures requiring a rapid and short-acting topical ophthalmic anesthetic.

Medication guideLabel updated 2026-01-12

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Drug facts

Used for
Tetracaine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% is indicated for procedures requiring a rapid and short-acting topical ophthalmic anesthetic.
How to take it
Adults and children two-years of age or older: Apply to affected area not more than three to four times daily.

What it is used for

For the temporary relief of pain and itching.

What it does

Topical Anesthetic

How to take it

Adults and children two-years of age or older: Apply to affected area not more than three to four times daily. Children under two-years of age: consult a physician.

Warnings

  • For external use only.
  • Avoid contact with eyes or mucus membranes.
  • Do not apply to open or damaged skin.
  • If condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than seven days, discontinue use and consult physician.
  • If pregnant or breast feeding,contact physician prior to use.
  • Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, contact Poison Control Center.
  • Do not use if allergic to any ingredient in ointment.
  • Do not use in large quantities, particularly over raw surfaces or blistered areas.

Active ingredient

Tetracaine 2%

Other information

Store below 77° F (25° C). Avoid direct sunlight.

Cite this page

NLM

sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Tetracaine; [reviewed 2026 Aug 2; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/tetracaine

APA 7th

sofidex. (2026, August 2). Tetracaine. Daloreum. Retrieved November 10, 2026, from https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/tetracaine

AMA 11th

Tetracaine. sofidex. Reviewed August 2, 2026. Accessed November 10, 2026. https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/tetracaine

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