Nupercainal
Generic name:dibucaine topical [ DYE-bue-kane ]
Brand names: Dibucaine, Nupercainal
Drug class:Topical anesthetics
What is Nupercainal?
Dibucaine is an anesthetic, or numbing medicine.
Nupercainal (for the skin) is used to treat minor pain and itching caused by minor cuts or burns, insect bites or stings, sunburn, or other skin irritations.
Nupercainal is also used to relieve rectal pain and itching caused by hemorrhoids or other rectal irritations.
Nupercainal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Nupercainal if you are allergic to it.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Nupercainal is safe to use if you have any type of allergy.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you apply Nupercainal to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth.
Do not use this medicine on a child younger than 12 years old without medical advice.
How should I use Nupercainal?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Nupercainal can cause serious side effects if it gets into the mouth, especially in a child.
It is best to use no more than 1 ounce of dibucaine per day (24 hours). If you use the ointment on a child, use no more than 1/4 of an ounce per day.
Wash your hands before and after applying this medication.
Do not apply this medicine to areas of infection, open wounds, broken skin, burns, or irritated skin.
You may cover the treated skin area with a light bandage or gauze dressing.
For hemorrhoids, apply the ointment to the outside of the rectum after each bowel movement, up to 4 times per day.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if they get worse.
Store at room temperature. Do not freeze. Keep the tube tightly closed when not in use.
