How is Tetracaine and Oxymetazoline Nasal Spray dosed?
Please consult with a healthcare professional for guidance on the appropriate dosage for your specific situation.
What is the dosage form of Tetracaine and Oxymetazoline Nasal Spray?
Tetracaine and oxymetazoline nasal spray is available in the form of a nasal spray. The brand name for this medication is Kovanaze. It is intended for use in adults and children weighing 40 kilograms (kg) or more.
How is Tetracaine and Oxymetazoline Nasal Spray administered?
Tetracaine and oxymetazoline nasal spray is administered by a dentist or other healthcare professional. The medicine is sprayed into the nose on the same side as the maxillary tooth that will undergo the dental procedure.
What are common precautions when taking Tetracaine and Oxymetazoline Nasal Spray?
Common precautions when taking tetracaine and oxymetazoline nasal spray include:
- Allergies: Inform your doctor if you have any allergies.
- Thyroid disease: Use is not recommended in patients with uncontrolled thyroid disease.
- Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency: Use with caution in patients with G6PD deficiency.
- Heart problems, lung or breathing problems, or methemoglobinemia (blood disorder): Use with caution in patients with these conditions.
- High blood pressure: Use with caution in patients with hypertension.
- Severe liver disease or pseudocholinesterase deficiency: Use with caution in patients with these conditions.
- Trouble swallowing: Use with caution in patients with trouble swallowing.
Always follow your doctor's instructions and ask for clarification if you are unsure about any precautions or usage directions.