Oxybuprocaine
- Generic Name
- Oxybuprocaine
- Brand Names
- Altafluor, Fluress
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C17H28N2O3
- CAS Number
- 99-43-4
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- AXQ0JYM303
- Background
Oxybuprocaine (also known as Benoxinate) is 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.
- Associated Conditions
- -
- Associated Therapies
- Local Anesthesia of the Mouth
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