What is Dibucaine used for?

Dibucaine is indicated for Not for use in children under 2 years.

What development phase is Dibucaine in?

Dibucaine is FDA-approved (marketed).

What is the generic name of Dibucaine?

cinchocaine is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Dibucaine.

Last reviewed 2026-04-20 · How we verify

Dibucaine (cinchocaine)

FDA-approved active Quality 20/100

At a glance

Generic name	cinchocaine
Drug class	Standardized Chemical Allergen [EPC]
Target	Sodium channel alpha subunits; brain (Types I, II, III)
Therapeutic area	Pain
Phase	FDA-approved

Approved indications

Not for use in children under 2 years

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

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