Flucaine Dosage

Generic name: Fluorescein Sodium 2.5mg in 1mL, Proparacaine Hydrochloride 5mg in 1mL
Dosage form: ophthalmic solution

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Usual Dosage: Removal of foreign bodies and sutures, and for tonometry, 1 to 2 drops (in single instillations) in each eye before operating.

Deep Ophthalmic Anesthesia: 1 drop in each eye every 5 to 10 minutes for 5-7 doses.

NOTE: The use of an eye patch is recommended.

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Drug Status

Availability Rx Prescription only

Pregnancy Category C Risk cannot be ruled out

CSA Schedule N Not a controlled drug

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Ophthalmic diagnostic agents

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Flucaine Dosage