Side effect(s) of Cinchocaine

Last Updated on Apr 22, 2023

Review the side-effects of Cinchocaine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

Side effects of cinchocaine occur if the medicine gets absorbed into the bloodstream in conditions when it is used in excess, or when it is used on cuts or when it is applied over large skin areas.
It has been reported to cause severe adverse reactions if ingested by mistake,

  Skin: allergic contact dermatitis, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat

  Cardiovascular disorder: Arrhythmias (fast or irregular heartbeats), cardiac arrest or failure

  Neurological disorder: Seizures

  Opthamological disorder: Blurred vision

Other Precautions :

Do not rub your eye after applying the drug.
Accidental ingestion of the drug in any of its formulations, especially by children may be harmful and sometimes fatal.

Drug Name : Cinchocaine

Cinchocaine generic Cinchocaine is a potent amino amide local anesthetic, prescribed to relieve itching and pain caused by minor burns, sunburns , cuts, scratches, insect bites, poison ivy and in ear drop solutions. It is also used to relieve rectal pain and itching due to hemorrhoids (piles). It is a component of the veterinary drug called Somulose for euthanasia of horses and cattle. It is available as a component in over-the-counter topical formulations. It is the active ingredient in some topical hemorrhoid creams such as Proctosedyl. It acts by causing numbness in the area where it is applied and hence blocks the pain felt. It also helps with the swelling and inflammation of veins in the rectum and anus and relaxes the spasm of the back passage. It has been withdrawn by the United States Food and Drug Administration for use as a spinal anesthetic due to high neurotoxicity.

Last Updated on Apr 22, 2023