P2Cain Eye Drop

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS

Last updated on 14 Apr 2026 | 04:20 PM (IST)

P2Cain Eye Drop is a local anesthetic. It allows minor procedures to be carried out without pain and distress in the eyes.

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General Information

Contains

Proparacaine (0.5% w/v)

Marketer

NRI Vision Care India Ltd.

Storage

Store below 25°C

Preservative

Chlorbutol

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Product introduction

P2Cain Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected area in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. To put this medicine into the eyes, hold the dropper close to the eye. Squeeze the bottle gently to put the drops into the eyes. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper with the eye.

The most common side effects include temporary redness, stinging, or burning sensation at the application site. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case by accident, this medicine goes into your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are allergic to this medicine or taking any other medication.

Uses of P2Cain Ophthalmic Solution

Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area)
Eye anesthesia

Benefits of P2Cain Ophthalmic Solution

Eye anesthesia
P2Cain Eye Drop is an eye anesthetic. It is used to induce a reversible loss of sensation during minor procedures of the eyes. It is generally very safe, works quite quickly and will allow carrying out of the procedure without causing pain and distress.

Side effects of P2Cain Ophthalmic Solution

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of P2Cain

Stinging in the eyes
Burning sensation in eye
Eye redness

How to use P2Cain Ophthalmic Solution

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.

How P2Cain Ophthalmic Solution works

P2Cain Eye Drop works by blocking pain signals from the peripheral nerves to brain which decreases the sensation of pain.

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Quick tips

P2Cain Eye Drop is commonly used to anesthetize the eye before cataract surgery or any other surgery in the eye.
Usually 1-2 drops are sufficient to anesthetize the eye.
Effect of P2Cain Eye Drop lasts for up to half an hour.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of P2Cain Eye Drop during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of P2Cain Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

P2Cain Eye Drop may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Frequently asked questions

What are the side effects of P2Cain Eye Drop?

The most common side effects of P2Cain Eye Drop are stinging, burning sensation, and eye redness. Usually these are temporary and subside on their own after sometime. However, if they do not resolve and worry you, please consult your doctor.

How is P2Cain Eye Drop used?

P2Cain Eye Drop is used by a doctor for examination of the eye or before any surgical procedure of the eye to numb the area. Few drops of it are applied on the surface of the eye with the help of a dropper. Any extra liquid must be wiped off.

What precautions should I take while using P2Cain Eye Drop?

Before using P2Cain Eye Drop, you must tell your doctor if you have had any allergies to this, or any other medicines earlier. You should know that this is a numbing medicine and the effect will take some time to wear off. Avoid rubbing your eye until your sensations are back to normal. Any kind of rubbing of the eyes may lead to injury to the eye.

Do these drops have an anti allergic property?

No. Numbing eye drops don’t have soothing, hydrating, anti-allergy, or antibiotic properties. They’re an anesthetic medication for your eye. When administered in small doses, these drops are considered safe. However, there are some risks of side effects if they’re overused.

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Chemical Class

Benzoic acid esters

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Ester-Type Local Anesthetics

References

Proparacaine. Princeton, New Jersey: Sandoz Inc.; 2012. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Marketer details

Name: NRI Vision Care India Ltd.
Address: UNIT NO 601, PLOT NO P-1, PP TRADE CENTER, NETAJI SUBHASH PLACE, PITAMPURA, DELHI-110034

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Preservative

Product introduction

Uses of P2Cain Ophthalmic Solution

Benefits of P2Cain Ophthalmic Solution

Side effects of P2Cain Ophthalmic Solution

How to use P2Cain Ophthalmic Solution

How P2Cain Ophthalmic Solution works

All substitutes for P2Cain Eye Drop

Paracain Ophthalmic Solution

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What are the side effects of P2Cain Eye Drop?

How is P2Cain Eye Drop used?

What precautions should I take while using P2Cain Eye Drop?

Do these drops have an anti allergic property?

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Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

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