Ubistesin Forte
Ubistesin forte is a medicine used to numb the mouth for dental procedures.
Form
injektioneste, liuos
Strength
40 mg/ml + 10 mikrog/ml
Active Ingredient
Articaine hydrochloride
Manufacturer
Pierrel S.p.A.
How to Use
Dosage
Your dentist will determine the correct dose based on your age, weight, and the procedure. It is used for children over 4 years old and adults.
Method
The medicine is injected slowly into your mouth.
Important
Your dentist will use the smallest effective dose and determine the maximum safe daily dose.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Inflammation of the gums
- •Numbness or reduced feeling in and around the mouth
- •Metallic taste or changes in taste
- •Headache
- •Abnormally fast or slow heartbeat
- •Low blood pressure
- •Swelling of the tongue, lips, or gums
RARE
- •Burning sensation
- •High blood pressure
- •Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
- •Rash or itching
- •Anxiety or nervousness
- •Drowsiness
- •Vision problems like double vision, blurred vision, or temporary blindness
- •Temporary or permanent loss of sensation, prolonged numbness, or loss of taste
- •Convulsions or seizures
- •Dizziness or fainting
- •Breathing difficulties or wheezing
- •Muscle twitching or involuntary muscle spasms
- •Fatigue or weakness
Important Warnings
- Tell your dentist if you are allergic to Ubistesin forte, other numbing medicines, or any of its ingredients.
- Do not use this medicine if you have severe epilepsy that is not well controlled.
- Talk to your dentist if you have serious heart problems, such as irregular heartbeat, heart failure, or if you have had a heart attack or bypass surgery in recent months.
- Inform your dentist if you are taking blood pressure medication (beta-blockers), antidepressants, or Parkinson's disease medications, as they can affect how this medicine works.
- Talk to your dentist if you have uncontrolled diabetes or an overactive thyroid.
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- Do not eat or chew anything until the numbness in your mouth has worn off to avoid accidentally biting yourself.
- This medicine contains sodium sulfite, which can rarely cause a severe allergic reaction or breathing difficulties (bronchospasm).