Co-Phenylcaine Forte Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Lignocaine HCl, phenylephrine HCl

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Indications/Uses

To numb the inside of nose or throat before the surgeon operates or passes a fine telescope to view the structures of nose & throat. To numb nose if a foreign body (eg, small seed or bead) or any other small object becomes wedged in the nose needs to be removed. To stop bleeding from the front portion of nose before treatment is given to seal the bleeding blood vessels.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Administer into the nose or throat. Adult & childn >12 yr Up to 5 squirts per nostril, 8-12 yr 3 squirts per nostril, 4-8 yr 2 squirts per nostril, 2-4 yr 1 squirt per nostril.

Contraindications

Pregnancy. Not to be used in childn <2 yr.

MIMS Class

Nasal Decongestants & Other Nasal Preparations

ATC Classification

N01BB52 - lidocaine, combinations ; Belongs to the class of amides. Used as local anesthetics.

Regulatory Classification

GSL

Presentation/Packing

Form

Co-Phenylcaine Forte topical spray

Packing/Price

1's

Co-Phenylcaine Forte

Manufacturer:

Faulding