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Cyclomethycaine

Structure

  • Cyclomethycaine is a synthetic local anesthetic with a cyclohexylmethyl substituent attached to a benzamide core.

  • Chemical Formula: C₁₀H₁₈N₂O

    formula of Cyclomethycaine
Structure of Cyclomethycaine
Structure of Cyclomethycaine

Mode of Action

  • Voltage-Gated Sodium Channel Blockade: Prevents nerve impulse conduction by inhibiting sodium channels.

  • Localized Action: Provides effective local anesthesia with minimal systemic absorption.

Uses

  • Ophthalmic Procedures: Used in eye surgeries for corneal anesthesia.

  • Dental Anesthesia: Applied in dental procedures for numbing soft tissues.

  • Minor Skin Procedures: Used for minor dermatological procedures requiring local numbing.

Side Effects

  • Local Irritation: Redness and mild irritation at the application site.

  • Allergic Reactions: Rare but possible in sensitive individuals.


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