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IHEEZO

CHLOROPROCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE OPHTHALMIC GEL

Standard Dose
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dose of IHEEZO TM is 3 drops applied topically to the ocular surface in the area of the planned procedure. IHEEZO TM may be reapplied as needed to maintain anesthetic effect. The recommended dose of IHEEZO TM is 3 drops applied topically to the ocular surface in the area of the planned procedure. ( 2 ) IHEEZO TM may be reapplied as needed to maintain anesthetic effect. ( 2 )
Max Dose
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Primary Use
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE IHEEZO TM is indicated for ocular surface anesthesia.
Summary

Indications and usage 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE IHEEZO TM is indicated for ocular surface anesthesia.

IHEEZO TM is an ester anesthetic indicated for ocular surface anesthesia. ( 1 ) Dosage and administration 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dose of IHEEZO TM is 3 drops applied topically to the ocular surface in the area of the planned procedure.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE IHEEZO TM is indicated for ocular surface anesthesia. IHEEZO TM is an ester anesthetic indicated for ocular surface anesthesia. ( 1 ) Dosage and administration 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The recommended dose of IHEEZO TM is 3 drops applied topically to the ocular surface in the area of the planned procedure. IHEEZO TM may be reapplied as needed to maintain anesthetic effect. The recommended dose of IHEEZO TM is 3 drops applied topically to the ocular surface in the area of the planned procedure. ( 2 ) IHEEZO TM may be reapplied as needed to maintain anesthetic effect. ( 2 ) Warnings and cautions 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Not for Injection or Intraocular Administration ( 5.1 ). Corneal Injury Due to Insensitivity ( 5.2 ). Corneal Opacification ( 5.3 ) For Administration by Healthcare Provider : IHEEZO TM is not intended for patient self-administration ( 5.5 ). 5.1 Not for Injection or Intraocular Administration IHEEZO TM should not be injected or intraocularly administered. 5.2 Corneal Injury Due to Insensitivity Patients should not touch the eye for at least 10 to 20 minutes after using anesthetic as accidental injuries can occur due to insensitivity of the eye. 5.3 Corneal Opacification Prolonged use of a topical ocular anesthetic may produce permanent corneal opacification and ulceration with accompanying visual loss. 5.4 Risk of Contamination Do not touch the dropper tip to any surface as this may contaminate the gel. 5.5 For Administration by Healthcare Provider IHEEZO TM is indicated for administration under the direct supervision of a healthcare provider. IHEEZO TM is not intended for patient self-administration.

Monitoring

  • 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Not for Injection or Intraocular Administration ( 5.1 ).
  • Corneal Injury Due to Insensitivity ( 5.2 ).
  • Corneal Opacification ( 5.3 ) For Administration by Healthcare Provider : IHEEZO TM is not intended for patient self-administration ( 5.5 ).
  • 5.1 Not for Injection or Intraocular Administration IHEEZO TM should not be injected or intraocularly administered.

Interaction Notes

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