Question 1

how long does novocaine without epinephrine last in your blood stream?

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Not sure: The effects of the non-epinephrine anesthetics usually wear off in 30 - 60 minutes, depending upon the dose used and the patient's metabolism and the type of administration -- local or block placement. How long it remains in your blood stream I do not know. Might have to take blood and test to know the answer to that. Might be some reports under metabolization of anesthetics.

Question 2

what are the side effects of novocaine epinephrine?

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Long list: Most common would be rapid heart rate, dizziness, nervousness, tremor, burning at injection site.

Question 3

when having past dental work, novocain with epinephrine made made my heart race. is it available without the epinephrine?

Accepted Answer

Many choices: Your Dentist has many anesthetic choices available, many without epinephrine.  Discuss your concerns with your Dentist.

Question 4

can a person be allergic to epinephrine?

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No, but sensitive: Epinephrine, or adrenalin, is a normal stress hormone in your body so you cannot be, strictly defined, allergic.  But you certainly can be sensitive to the normal physiologic responses to epinephrine, especially in higher doses.  So one may experience fast heart rate, anxiety, sweats, high blood pressure, irregular heart beats, which may be perceived as "allergic" reactions, but actually are not.

Question 5

who should not use epinephrine injections?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine injectio: Lidocaine and Epinephrine are often injected together.  "Lidocaine is contraindicated in patients with a known history of hypersensitivity to local anesthetics of the amide type." See:  http://www.drugs.com/pro/lidocaine-and-epinephrine-injection.html

Question 6

how do you properly dispose of expired epinephrine shots?

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Return to pharmacy: Your pharmacist will likely dispose of them for you. Another option is to ask your blood drawing station. They dispose of needles regularly.

Question 7

need expert help here. what are the alternatives to novocaine?

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Dental?: If you mean a dental visit.  You could have an oral surgeon use a general anesthetic and put you to sleep for the procedure.

Question 8

is epinephrine ever a neurotransmitter?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine: both hormone and neurotransmitter

Question 9

could novocaine/lidocaine work for everybody?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It will work for everybody, it works on nerves, everybody has the same type nerves, there are very rare exceptions tough.

Question 10

could i be allergic to novocaine or lidocaine?

Accepted Answer

Generally, yes: Practically any drug can cause allergic reaction. Having said that, the true allergy, defined as a reaction mediated by antibodies etc., is more common to novocaine, than to lidociane, particularly if it is in preservative- free solution. Your doctor will help you to determine the right answer after gathering a bit more information. Hope that helps.

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