Cocaine Hydrochloride Topical solution

What is this medicine?

COCAINE (KOE kane) is a local anesthetic. It is used to numb areas of the mouth, throat, and nose.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of the following conditions:

• heart problems

• infection

• seizures

• an unusual or allergic reaction to cocaine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives

• pregnant or trying to get pregnant

• breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

This medicine is used in a hospital or clinic. It is given by a health-care professional before surgery or other procedure.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

This does not apply.

What may interact with this medicine?

Interactions are not expected.

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

After use of this medicine, the treated areas will be numb for some time. If your mouth is numb, do not chew gum or food until the numbness wears off. Tell your doctor or health care professional if the numbness does not wear off within a few hours.

If you are scheduled for routine blood or urine testing for possible drug abuse, cocaine may be present for several days after use.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue

• breathing problems

• confused, excitable, nervous, or restless

• fever or chills

• headache

• irregular heartbeat

• nausea, vomiting

• numbness, pain, or tingling

• seizure

• stomach pain

• tremor

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• loss of taste or sense of smell

• runny or stuffy nose

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Where should I keep my medicine?

This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.