Beta-eucaine hydrochloride, C_{5}H_{7}N(CH_{3})_{3}(C_{6}H_{5}COO)·HCl,
the hydrochloride of 2,6,6 trimethyl-4-benzoyl-hydroxypiperidine.
Actions and Uses.—Beta-eucaine hydrochloride is a local anesthetic like
cocaine, but weaker and devoid of the stimulating properties of the
latter. It does not dilate the pupil, nor does it contract the
blood-vessels as does cocaine. It has the advantage of stability even on
prolonged boiling. It may be used in all cases in which cocaine is
indicated as a local anesthetic, especially in ophthalmology. Dosage.—It
may be applied in a 2 to 3 per cent. solution to the eye, 5 to 10 per
cent. for nose and throat, and 5 to 10 per cent. for ointment for
hemorrhoids. Manufactured by Chemische Fabrik auf Actien, vorm. E.
Schering, Berlin (Schering & Glatz, New York).