Cocaine : Proper Use

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Cocaine (Mucosal-Local)

Cocaine | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Medicine

Dosing - The dose of cocaine will be different for different patients. It will depend on the reason a local anesthetic is needed and on the size of the area to which it is being applied. Your doctor or nurse will apply the medicine.

For mucosal-local dosage forms (crystals or solution):
- For causing loss of feeling before examinations or surgery:
  - Adults and teenagers - Your doctor or nurse will apply the smallest amount of cocaine that will produce the needed effect. The largest amount that is usually used is 400 milligrams (mg).
  - Children up to 12 years of age - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

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