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Tetracaine

Generic Altacaine
Tetracaine
Physician-administered

How to get this medication

Tetracaine is a specialty medication, which means it's costly and requires more steps than usual in order to get it. We break down the process for you.

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How to get Tetracaine

If you've been prescribed Tetracaine or are considering it, we'll walk you through what you need to know about this specialty medication.

About tetracaine

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TETRACAINE prevents or treats pain, including during a procedure. It numbs the area where it is applied, which blocks your nerves from sending pain signals to your brain. It belongs to a group of medications called local anesthetics.

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