Drug details

Cetacaine (benzocaine, aminobenzoate and tetracaine)

type of Anesthetics, Topical

Cetacaine Topical Anesthetic (benzocaine, aminobenzoate and tetracaine) is a topical anesthetic used on mucosal membranes to suppress the gag reflex, control pain and ease discomfort during dental and medical procedures.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• hives,
• difficulty breathing,
• swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat,
• itching,
• rash,
• shortness of breath,
• tiredness,
• severe headache,
• wheezing,
• fainting,
• weakness,
• drowsiness,
• seizures,
• red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever,
• tightness in the chest or throat,
• unusual hoarseness,
• trouble swallowing or talking,
• severe dizziness,
• blue or gray color of the lips, nails, or skin,
• abnormal heartbeat,
• skin irritation where the medication is applied, and
• swelling where the medication is applied

The following drugs are related to Cetacaine, either as a replacement or used together:

• Marcaine (bupivacaine hydrochloride and epinephrine injection)
• Marvona Suik (bupivacaine hydrochloride and epinephrine injection)