makes no sense Articaine and Epinephrine Generic Name: Articaine and Epinephrine (AR ti kane & ep i NEF rin) Brand Name: Articadent, Orabloc, Septocaine with Epinephrine 1:100,000, Septocaine with Epinephrine 1:200,000, Zorcaine Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings User Reviews Support Group Q & A Uses of Articaine and Epinephrine: It is used before dental care to numb the area. What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Articaine and Epinephrine? If you have an allergy to articaine, epinephrine, or any other part of articaine and epinephrine. If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have a sulfite allergy, talk with your doctor. If you are breast-feeding. Do not breast-feed for at least 4 hours after getting this medicine. This medicine may interact with other drugs or health problems. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take articaine and epinephrine with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. Slideshow View Frightful (But Dead Serious) Drug Side Effects What are some things I need to know or do while I take Articaine and Epinephrine? Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Do not eat while your mouth feels numb. You may bite your tongue. If you are 65 or older, use articaine and epinephrine with care. You could have more side effects. Use with care in children. Talk with the doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine while you are pregnant. How is this medicine (Articaine and Epinephrine) best taken? Use articaine and epinephrine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Your doctor will give this medicine. It is given as a shot into the gums. What do I do if I miss a dose? Call your doctor to find out what to do. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Signs of methemoglobinemia like a blue or gray color of the lips, nails, or skin; a heartbeat that does not feel normal; seizures; very bad dizziness or passing out; very bad headache; feeling very sleepy; feeling tired or weak; or shortness of breath. Feeling confused. Chest pain. Restlessness. Anxiety. Ringing in ears. Dizziness. Blurred eyesight. Shakiness. Low mood (depression). Feeling sleepy. What are some other side effects of Articaine and Epinephrine? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Irritation where the shot is given. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Articaine and Epinephrine? If you need to store articaine and epinephrine at home, talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about how to store it. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take articaine and epinephrine or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to articaine and epinephrine. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about articaine/epinephrine Side Effects During Pregnancy Dosage Information Drug Interactions Support Group En Español 0 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: local injectable anesthetics Consumer resources Articaine and epinephrine Other brands: Septocaine , Zorcaine , Articadent , Orabloc Professional resources Articaine Hydrochloride (AHFS Monograph) Articaine and Epinephrine Injection (FDA) Articaine and Epinephrine (Wolters Kluwer) Related treatment guides Anesthesia Local Anesthesia Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only C Pregnancy Category Risk cannot be ruled out N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug Approval History Drug history at FDA WADA Class Anti-Doping Classification Articaine / epinephrine Rating No Reviews - Be the first! No Reviews - Be the first! Not Rated - Be the first! Manufacturer Pfizer Inc. 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