Products
Cinchocaine is commercially available in the form of hemorrhoid ointments and suppositories. These are combination products. Cinchocaine was approved in many countries in 1958.
Structure and properties
Cinchocaine (C20H29N3O2, Mr = 343.5 g/mol) is a quinoline derivative. It is present in drugs as a base or in the form of the salt cinchocaine hydrochloride. Cinchocaine is an amide-type local anesthetic.
Effects
Cinchocaine (ATC C05AD04) has local anesthetic and analgesic and antipruritic properties.
Indications
For symptomatic treatment of hemorrhoids (combination preparations).
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
For complete precautions, see the drug label.
Interactions
Interactions with other drugs are not known to date.
Adverse effects
Possible adverse effects include hypersensitivity reactions, allergic contact sensitization, and local reactions such as skin irritation.
