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Benzocaine
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, Benzocaine is a benzoate ester having 4-aminobenzoic acid as the acid component
and ethanol as the alcohol component. A surface anaesthetic, it is used to suppress
the gag reflex, and as a lubricant and topical anaesthetic on the larynx, mouth,
nasal cavity, respiratory tract, oesophagus, rectum, urinary tract, and vagina. It has
a role as a topical anaesthetic, an antipruritic drug, an allergen and a sensitiser. It is
a benzoate ester and a substituted aniline.
ChEBI
Benzocaine is an ester local anesthetic that acts by preventing transmission of
impulses along nerve fibers and at nerve endings. It is commonly used for local
anesthesia in many over the counter products. Benzocaine was first used for local
anesthesia in dentistry.
DrugBank
Benzocaine is a Standardized Chemical Allergen. The physiologic effect of
benzocaine is by means of Increased Histamine Release, and Cell-mediated
Immunity.
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See also: Benzocaine Hydrochloride (has salt form); Alcohol;
Benzocaine (component of); Benzocaine; white petrolatum (active moiety of)
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