Aurocaine Eye Drops

Composition of Aurocaine Eye Drops

Aurocaine Eye Drops contains Proparacaine (0.5% w/w). It belongs to the Local anaesthetic (amide/ester type depending on salt; not confirmed) class of medicines.

Uses of Aurocaine Eye Drops

• Used as a topical ocular local anaesthetic to numb the eye before diagnostic or minor surgical procedures (e.g.
• tonometry
• gonioscopy
• removal of superficial foreign body).

Key benefits

• Provides quick eye numbing for procedures
• Reduces pain during minor ophthalmic interventions
• Facilitates foreign body removal
• Enables comfortable diagnostic examinations

How Aurocaine Eye Drops works

Topical local anaesthetics block sodium channels in nerve endings on the ocular surface. This prevents nerve impulse conduction and temporarily numbs the cornea and conjunctiva.

How to take Aurocaine Eye Drops

For ophthalmic use only. Instill the prescribed number of drops into the affected eye(s) just before the procedure as directed by an ophthalmologist. Do not use regularly or for self-treatment; avoid touching the dropper tip; remove contact lenses unless advised otherwise.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Aurocaine Eye Drop, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not apply extra to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine is unlikely from external use. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Aurocaine Eye Drops

Most side effects of Aurocaine are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Transient burning/stinging
• eye irritation
• redness
• watery eyes
• blurred vision
• allergic reaction

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Aurocaine Eye Drops

Warnings and precautions

To be used only under medical supervision for procedures; prolonged/repeated use can damage cornea and delay healing. Do not rub the eye while numb (risk of injury). Avoid use in known hypersensitivity to local anaesthetics. Seek care if severe pain, persistent redness, vision changes, or swelling occurs.

Do not take Aurocaine if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for use on large burns or deep wounds without medical advice.

Interactions with other medicines

Other topical ophthalmic medicines (use spacing if co-administered), drugs/agents containing similar local anaesthetics (potential additive effects)

How to store Aurocaine Eye Drops

Store below 25°C, protect from light, keep container tightly closed. Do not freeze. Discard as per label after opening; do not use if solution changes colour or becomes cloudy.

Expert advice for Aurocaine Eye Drops

Aurocaine Eye Drop is commonly used to anesthetize the eye before cataract surgery or any other surgery in the eye. Usually 1-2 drops are sufficient to anesthetize the eye. Effect of Aurocaine Eye Drop lasts for up to half an hour.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

AURO LAB

Therapeutic class:

Local anaesthetic (Ophthalmic)

Drug class:

Local anaesthetic (amide/ester type depending on salt; not confirmed)

Chemical class:

Benzoic acid esters