Pramoxine topical
Indications
Pramoxine topical is used for:
Topical Pain, Feminine Itching
Adult Dose
Topical Pain
Apply to affected area up to 3-4 times/day
Feminine Itching
Apply small amount to external vaginal area up to 4 times/day
Child Dose
Topical Pain
<2 years: Safety and efficacy not established
>2 years: Apply to affected area up to 3-4 times/day
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity
Precautions
Do not exceed daily recommended dosage
Do not use in eyes or nose
Do not apply to large areas of body
Pregnancy-Lactation
Pregnancy Category: NA
Lactation: not known if excreted in breast milk
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Pramoxine topical :
Frequency Not Defined
Irritation
Pruritus
Contact dermatitis
Mechanism of Action
Local anesthetic; stabilizes neuronal membranes and prevent generation/conduction of nerve impulses by reducing sodium permeability and increasing action potential threshold