procaine
Definition
Noun: A synthetic, white crystalline compound used as a local anesthetic. It is administered by injection near nerves to block pain sensation during dental and medical procedures.
Usage
Procaine is a specific drug name used in medical contexts. It is typically followed by the purpose or method of administration. * The dentist injected procaine before filling the cavity. * Procaine is less commonly used today than newer anesthetics.
Examples
- Procaine provides effective local anesthesia for minor surgeries.
- Some patients may have an allergic reaction to procaine.
Advanced Usage
- Procaine hydrochloride: This is the full chemical name for the common salt form of the drug used in medicinal preparations.
- The solution contained procaine hydrochloride.
Variants and Related Words
- Ethocaine: A former trade name for procaine, sometimes used synonymously in older texts.
- The formulation was listed under the name Ethocaine.
Synonyms
- Local anesthetic
- Novocaine (Note: Novocain is a specific, historical brand name for procaine, but the terms are often used interchangeably in general conversation.)
Different Meanings
This word has a single, specific meaning as a pharmaceutical agent. It does not have other common definitions.
Noun
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a white crystalline powder (trade name Ethocaine) administered near nerves as a local anesthetic in dentistry and medicine
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