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Description
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Oxybuprocaine is the name of a local anesthetic, which is used especially in ophthalmology and otolaryngology. Oxybuprocaine binds to sodium channels and reversibly stabilizes the neuronal membrane which decreases its permeability to sodium ions. |
Indication |
Used to temporarily numb the front surface of the eye so that the eye pressure can be measured or a foreign body removed. |
Pharmacology |
Oxybuprocaine is a local anaesthetic. It may be less irritating than tetracaine, and the onset and duration of action are similar to tetracaine. |
Affected Organisms |
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Humans and other mammals |
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