Treats mild skin pain and itching. This medicine is a topical anesthetic.
Therapeutic Classes:
Anesthetic, Local
Forms:
Cream, Ointment
How it’s taken:
On the skin
What is Dibucaine used for?
What form(s) does Dibucaine come in
Cream
Ointment
What are common Dibucaine doses?
Tube 28GM of 1%
Tube 28.350000381469727GM of 1%
Common Dibucaine prescriptions
Dibucaine 28.35gm of 1% tube
Dibucaine 28gm of 1% tube
Dibucaine 28gm of 1% tube of ointment
How to take Dibucaine
Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to apply and how often. Do not use more medicine or apply it more often than your doctor tells you to.
If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label. Be careful to not use too much medicine. This is more important if you are using the ointment form. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you are not sure how much medicine to use.
This medicine is for use on the skin only. Do not get it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away. Do not swallow any of this medicine.
Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
Apply a thin layer to the affected area. Rub it in gently.
Do not cover the treated area with a bandage unless your doctor has told you to.
Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to apply and how often. Do not use more medicine or apply it more often than your doctor tells you to.
If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label. Be careful to not use too much medicine. This is more important if you are using the ointment form. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you are not sure how much medicine to use.
Apply a thin layer to the affected area. Rub it in gently.
Do not cover the treated area with a bandage unless your doctor has told you to.
This medicine is for use on the skin only. Do not get it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away. Do not swallow any of this medicine.
What to do if you miss a dose of Dibucaine
If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, apply it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to apply the medicine and skip the missed dose.
Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Dibucaine contraindications
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to dibucaine.
Dibucaine warnings
Do not use the ointment form of this medicine on a child, unless your child's doctor has told you to.
This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Use a sunscreen when you are outdoors. Avoid sunlamps and tanning beds.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If a child swallows any of this medicine, call a doctor or poison center right away.
Do not use this medicine for a skin problem that has not been checked by your doctor.
Dibucaine interactions
Do not use cosmetics or other skin care products on the treated skin areas.
If a child swallows any of this medicine, call a doctor or poison center right away.
Do not use the ointment form of this medicine on a child, unless your child's doctor has told you to.
This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Use a sunscreen when you are outdoors. Avoid sunlamps and tanning beds.
Do not use this medicine for a skin problem that has not been checked by your doctor.
Dibucaine side effects
Serious Side Effects
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
