† Not commercially available in Canada.
Rectal anesthetics - an-ess-THET-iks are using to relieve the pain and itching of hemorrhoids - piles and other problems in the rectal area. However, if you have hemorrhoids that bleed, especially after a bowel movement, check with your family doctor before using this drug. Bleeding may mean that you have a condition that needs other treat.
These medication are available without a prescription; however, your family doctor may have special instructions on the How to Use and dose for your medical problem.
These medication are available in the following dosage forms:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
In Canada
Other commonly using names are: amethocaine cinchocaine ethyl aminobenzoate pramocaine
Note:For quick reference, the following anesthetics are numbered to match the corresponding brand names.
This information applies to the following medication: 1. Benzocaine - BEN-zoe-kane 2. Dibucaine - DYE-byoo-kane 3. Pramoxine - pra-MOX-een 4. Tetracaine - TET-ra-kane 5. Tetracaineand Menthol - TET-ra-kane and MEN-thol Generic name product may be available in the USA