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What is an anasthetic solution that is water-based, such as lidocaine?

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Dr. William Jenkins answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Bupivacaine: Is another commonly used local anesthetic in solution.

Dr Abramson and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 4/29/2014

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