Articadent
Articadent is a brand-name local anesthetic formulation used in dental procedures to induce temporary numbness in a specific area. It contains articaine combined with epinephrine, which helps prolong the anesthetic effect and reduce bleeding at the treatment site. This medication is primarily used for pain control during routine and surgical dental work.
Articadent is a dental local anesthetic used to numb tissues during dental procedures.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 861348
- Generic
- Articadent
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Articadent is used to provide local anesthesia for dental procedures including extractions, fillings, root canals, and other surgical dental work where pain control is needed.
As an amide-type local anesthetic, Articadent works by blocking nerve signals in the area where it is injected. The epinephrine component causes vasoconstriction, which helps keep the anesthetic localized and extends its duration while minimizing bleeding during dental procedures.
Articadent is administered by dental professionals via injection into the treatment area. As with all local anesthetics containing epinephrine, it should be used with caution in patients with certain cardiovascular conditions. Effects typically wear off within a few hours after the procedure. Only qualified dental healthcare providers should administer this medication.
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