Chloroprocaine Hydrochloride
Chloroprocaine Hydrochloride is a short-acting ester-type local anesthetic used to produce local numbness and pain relief during surgical and diagnostic procedures. It works by blocking nerve impulses in a specific area of the body, and is commonly employed for infiltration anesthesia, peripheral nerve blocks, and obstetric procedures such as epidural anesthesia during labor.
A rapid-acting local anesthetic primarily used for short surgical procedures and labor analgesia.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 53616
- Generic
- Chloroprocaine Hydrochloride
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- Clorotekal, Nesacaine, Iheezo
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used for local anesthesia in minor surgical procedures, dental work, and obstetric analgesia including epidural anesthesia during labor and delivery. Also employed for infiltration anesthesia and peripheral nerve blocks.
Functions as a local anesthetic by blocking sodium channels in nerve fibers, preventing the generation and conduction of nerve impulses. This temporarily numbs the area where it is administered, providing regional anesthesia without affecting consciousness.
Is an ester-type anesthetic and may cause allergic reactions in patients sensitive to PABA or other ester-type anesthetics. Use is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity. Should be administered only by qualified healthcare professionals familiar with regional anesthesia techniques. Contains no preservatives and should be used immediately after opening.
Official drug label
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