Ester-type local anesthetic that blocks voltage-gated sodium channels in corneal sensory nerve endings, providing rapid topical anesthesia of the corneal and conjunctival surface within 30 seconds. Duration 15–20 minutes.
At a glance
Class
Ophthalmic Topical Anesthetic
Storage
Refrigerate (optimal) or room temperature; discard if discolored
Dosing
Used for IOP measurement (tonometry), corneal/conjunctival procedures, foreign b
Frequency
Single application; repeat for procedures
Same as dogs
Frequency
Single application
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This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified veterinarian before administering any medication to your pet.
Find a vet near you →Safety
In-office use only — no monitoring needed for single applicationIf accidental chronic exposure: fluorescein staining, corneal thickness
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This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified veterinarian before administering any medication to your pet.
Find a vet near you →Interactions
No documented interactions.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
›What is Proparacaine Ophthalmic?
Proparacaine Ophthalmic is a ophthalmic topical anesthetic used in pets. Ester-type local anesthetic that blocks voltage-gated sodium channels in corneal sensory nerve endings, providing rapid topical anesthesia of the corneal and conjunctival surface within 30 seconds. Duration 15–20 minutes.
›What is Proparacaine Ophthalmic used for in pets?
Proparacaine Ophthalmic is used in veterinary medicine for: Used for IOP measurement (tonometry), corneal/conjunctival procedures, foreign b; Same as dogs.
›What is the Proparacaine Ophthalmic dose for dogs?
For dogs, Proparacaine Ophthalmic is typically dosed as follows — Used for IOP measurement (tonometry), corneal/conjunctival procedures, foreign b: undefined undefined Ophthalmic Single application; repeat for procedures. Always consult your veterinarian for a dose tailored to your pet's weight, age, and condition.
›What is the Proparacaine Ophthalmic dose for cats?
For cats, Proparacaine Ophthalmic is typically dosed as follows — Same as dogs: undefined undefined Ophthalmic Single application. Always consult your veterinarian for a dose tailored to your pet's weight, age, and condition.
›Does Proparacaine Ophthalmic need a prescription?
Yes. Proparacaine Ophthalmic is a prescription medication and should only be administered under veterinary supervision.
Educational reference only
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified veterinarian before administering any medication to your pet.
Find a vet near you →References
References
The PetCare.AI drug reference is built from 13 authoritative sources cited across 580 drug monographs.
Textbooks & handbooks — 5
- Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook
- Withrow & MacEwen's Small Animal Clinical Oncology
- Merck Veterinary Manual
- NRC Nutrient Requirements of Dogs and Cats
- Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics (Riviere & Papich)
Clinical guidelines & consensus — 4
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center Guidelines
- AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines
- ASPCA Poison Control Guidelines
- RECOVER CPR Guidelines
Journals & peer-reviewed studies — 2
- EPIC Study (J Vet Intern Med 2016)
- JVIM FAT CAT Study
Regulatory & approvals — 1
- CDSCO Veterinary Drug Approval Registry (1969–2026)
Databases — 1
- Washington State University VCPL MDR1 Database