Tetracaine Ophthalmic Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 12, 2024.
Applies to tetracaine ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution.
Your doctor will check your progress closely while you are receiving this medicine. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you should continue to receive it.
It is very important to protect your eye from injury while it is still numb. Do not touch or rub the eye. Do not use additional eye drops in the eye until your doctor tells you to. Protect your eye from dust particles, sand, or anything that might cause irritation.
Serious side effects
Along with its needed effects, tetracaine ophthalmic may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking tetracaine ophthalmic:
Rare side effects
- blurred vision
- redness of the clear part of the eye
- sensitivity to light
- severe stinging in the eye
- tearing
- throbbing eye pain
Incidence not known
- bloody eye
- burning, stinging, itching, redness, or irritation of the eye
- change in vision
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Tetracaine ophthalmic side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.