Articaine (UBISTESIN articaine HCl 4% with adrenaline (epinephrine) 1:200,000 solution for injection cartridge)
What to know about Articaine — also sold as UBISTESIN articaine HCl 4% with adrenaline (epinephrine) 1:200,000 solution for injection cartridge, UBISTESIN FORTE articaine HCl 4% with adrenaline (epinephrine) 1:100,000 solution for injection cartridge, 4% Articadent DENTAL with adrenaline (epinephrine) 1:100,000 articaine hydrochloride and adrenaline (epinephrine) 2.2 mL injection cartridge: uses, side effects, interactions, and safety considerations for people taking it or caring for someone who is.
Articaine (brand names: UBISTESIN articaine HCl 4% with adrenaline (epinephrine) 1:200,000 solution for injection cartridge, UBISTESIN FORTE articaine HCl 4% with adrenaline (epinephrine) 1:100,000 solution for injection cartridge, 4% Articadent DENTAL with adrenaline (epinephrine) 1:100,000 articaine hydrochloride and adrenaline (epinephrine) 2.2 mL injection cartridge) is classified as Minimal risk by AllMeds. It is a S4 medication under the TGA in Australia. Local anaesthetic for dental procedures with no systemic work capacity impact.
Key Takeaways
- TGA Schedule: S4 in Australia
- Risk level: Minimal (0 points)
- Recommended maximum duration: 1 days
Scheduling and Classification
| Jurisdiction | Classification | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (TGA) | S4 | Not PBS listed |
Risk Profile
Local anaesthetic for dental procedures with no systemic work capacity impact.
How Articaine is regulated
Articaine is overseen by medicines regulators in each country. The rules below explain how it's scheduled, what oversight applies, and what to discuss with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, changing, or stopping this medication.
Australia TGA / PBS / State Schemes
Classified as S4 under the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
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