Cocaine
Active ingredient · 4 therapeutic classes
- Drug class
- Esters Of Benzoic Acid
- Availability
- Prescription only
- Routes
- Nasal
- Markets covered
- 2
- Products on record
- 2
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Cocaine hydrochloride nasal solution is a local anesthetic belonging to the Esters of Benzoic Acid drug class [1]. It is approved for inducing local anesthesia of the mucous membranes. This anesthetic effect is utilized when performing diagnostic procedures and surgeries that involve the nasal cavities in adults [1].
The medication works by temporarily blocking nerve signals in the body, which prevents pain sensation [1]. This allows for medical interventions within the nasal passages to be conducted with reduced discomfort for the patient [1].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 1 | January 25, 2024 |
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 1 | July 11, 2025 |
USUnited States· FDA
1 product
Uses
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE COCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE nasal solution is an ester local anesthetic indicated for the induction of local anesthesia of the mucous membranes when performing diagnostic procedures and surgeries on or through the nasal cavities in adults.
COCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE nasal solution is an ester local anesthetic indicated for the induction of local anesthesia of the mucous membranes when performing diagnostic procedures and surgeries on or through the nasal cavities in adults.
( 1 )
How to take
GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
1 product
Uses
Cocaine Hydrochloride Solution is indicated to provide local anaesthesia and vasoconstriction of accessible mucous membranes prior to surgery especially in the oral, laryngeal, and nasal cavities. Vasoconstriction prevents excessive blood loss and reduces obstruction/restriction of the operative field.
How to take
Drug interactions
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Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 0fb0298f-9756-26… · revised January 25, 2024 [PDF]
- [2]MHRA (UK) · PL120640016 · revised July 11, 2025
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