Chloroprocaine (Topical application, ophthalmic)

Chloroprocaine eye gel is used to numb the eye or stop pain before certain procedures. It works as a local anesthetic by blocking pain signals at the nerve endings in the eye.

This medicine must only be given by a doctor or under a doctor's direct supervision.

Your doctor will monitor you closely after you receive this medicine to ensure it is working correctly.

In deciding to use a medicine, you and your doctor need to weigh the risks against the benefits. For this medicine, consider the following:

Allergies

Inform your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reactions to this medicine or any other medicines. Also, let your healthcare professional know if you have any other allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For over-the-counter products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

Studies have not been done to determine how age affects the use of chloroprocaine eye gel in children. Its safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Geriatric

Studies so far have not found any specific problems in older adults that would limit the usefulness of chloroprocaine eye gel.

Interactions with Medicines

Some medicines should not be used together at all, while in other cases, two different medicines may be used together even if a drug interaction might happen. In these situations, your doctor may need to adjust the dose or take other precautions. Inform your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines.

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Some medicines should not be used around the time of eating food or certain types of food due to possible interactions. Drinking alcohol or using tobacco with some medicines may also cause interactions. Talk to your healthcare professional about using your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Along with its necessary effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. While not all of these side effects may happen, if they do, they may require medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse right away if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

• Bigger, dilated, or enlarged pupils (black part of the eye)
• Eye irritation
• Increased sensitivity of the eyes to light
• Redness of the white part of the eyes or inside the eyelids

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Chemical Class: Chloroprocaine

A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. It is given as a drop onto the surface of your eye before the procedure.

Do not touch the eye for at least 10 to 20 minutes after application.

Do not allow the dropper tip to touch anything, including the eye.