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Local surface anesthetic used primarily on mucous membranes.
Like other local anesthetics, it works by inhibiting voltage-gated sodium ion channels in nerve cells. This prevents the propagation of electrical impulses, effectively blocking the transmission of pain signals.
It features a more rapid onset and a more prolonged duration of action compared to cocaine.
Local surface anesthetic used primarily on mucous membranes.
Like other local anesthetics, it works by inhibiting voltage-gated sodium ion channels in nerve cells. This prevents the propagation of electrical impulses, effectively blocking the transmission of pain signals. butacaine sulfate
It features a more rapid onset and a more prolonged duration of action compared to cocaine. Local surface anesthetic used primarily on mucous membranes
