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Prilocaine Disease Interactions

There are 2 disease interactions with prilocaine.

Major

Prilocaine topical (applies to prilocaine) methemoglobinemia

Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.

Prilocaine has induced methemoglobinemia resulting in respiratory distress and cyanosis. Therapy with prilocaine topical should be administered cautiously to patients with or predisposed to methemoglobinemia. If life-threatening or severe methemoglobinemia develops, methylene blue infused at a dosage of 1 to 2 mg/kg body weight will rapidly reverse or improve the condition, except in G-6-PD-deficient patients.

References

  1. "Product Information. Citanest Plain (prilocaine)." Astra-Zeneca Pharmaceuticals (2001):
Moderate

Prilocaine topical (applies to prilocaine) renal/hepatic dysfunction

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Liver Disease, Renal Dysfunction

Prilocaine topical is absorbed through intact skin and mucosal membranes. Prolonged exposure, large doses, and/or application to compromised skin or mucosa can result in elevated plasma concentrations of prilocaine. Prilocaine is metabolized by the liver and to some extent by the kidney. The pharmacokinetic disposition of prilocaine is altered by changes in hepatic and renal function. Therapy with prilocaine topical should be administered cautiously and dosing modified for patients with compromised hepatic and renal function.

References

  1. "Product Information. Citanest Plain (prilocaine)." Astra-Zeneca Pharmaceuticals (2001):

Prilocaine drug interactions

There are 68 drug interactions with prilocaine.

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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