Adult Dosing
Local oronasolaryngeal anesthesia
- Apply, instill or spray upon the area to be anesthetized
- Dosage varies and depends upon the area to be anesthetized
- Use the lowest effective dose
Pediatric Dosing
Local oronasolaryngeal anesthesia
- Apply, instill or spray upon the area to be anesthetized
- Dosage varies and depends upon the area to be anesthetized
- Use the lowest effective dose
[Outline]
- When any local anesthetic is used, resuscitative equipment and drugs should be immediately available
- Use therapy with correct technique, adequate precautions, and readiness for emergencies for the better safety and effectiveness
- To avoid high plasma levels and serious adverse effects always use the lowest dosage that results in effective anesthesia
- Reduction of doses is recommended in debilitated, elderly patients, acutely ill patients, and children considering their age and physical status
- Use with caution in patients with severely traumatized mucosa and sepsis in the region of the proposed application and in patients with known drug sensitivities
Cautions: Use cautiously in
- Cerebrovascular disorders
- Traumatized mucosa
- Severe local infection
- Cholinesterase deficiency
- Angina
- Local inflammation
- Hyperthyroidism
- Seizure disorder
- Arrhythmias
- Cardiac disease
- Elderly or debilitated patients
- Pediatric patients
Pregnancy Category:C
Breastfeeding: Safety unknown. Cocaine should be given to a pregnant woman only if needed.
