Pontocaine HCl and Voltaren Ophthalmic

• Generic Name: tetracaine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Niphanoid, Pontocaine HCl

Tetracaine is a local anesthetic (numbing medicine). It works by blocking nerve signals in your body.

Pontocaine HCl is given as an epidural injection into the spinal column to produce numbness during labor, surgery, or certain medical procedures.

Tetracaine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: diclofenac ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: ophthalmic solution
• Other Brand Names: Voltaren Ophthalmic

Diclofenac is in a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Diclofenac works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Voltaren Ophthalmic (for the eye) is used to reduce swelling, pain, and light sensitivity after cataract surgery or corneal refractive surgery.

Voltaren Ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.