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Does anyone know the use of tetracaine?
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Tetracaine: Tetracaine is used by a few different specialties. Optho-eye drops, anesthesia- spinal anesthesia, dentistry - oral procedures. It is a long acting anesthetic.
Answered 11/27/2017
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Spinal: usually used for spinal anesthesia
Answered 11/19/2014
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Topical Application: It deadens the nerve endings in the skin.
Answered 11/20/2014
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