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Physical Characters and Index
English Name
PROCAINE
CAS Number
59-46-1
Molecular Formula
C₁₃H₂₀N₂O₂
Molecular Weight
236.31
EINECS No.
200-426-9
Melting Point
61 °C
Boiling Point
378.78°C (rough estimate)
Density
1.0604 (rough estimate)
Use and Description
Procaine is a local anesthetic drug of the amino ester group. It is most commonly used in dental procedures to numb the area around a tooth and is also used to reduce the pain of intramuscular injection of penicillin. Owing to the ubiquity of the trade name Novocain or Novocaine, in some regions, procaine is referred to generically as novocaine. It acts mainly as a sodium channel blocker. Today it is used therapeutically in some countries due to its sympatholytic, anti-inflammatory, perfusion-enhancing, and mood-enhancing effects.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Procaine?
Procaine is a local anesthetic drug belonging to the amino ester group. It is widely used to induce local numbness, particularly during dental procedures and intramuscular injections.
What is the difference between Procaine and Novocain?
Novocain (or Novocaine) is the popular trade name for Procaine. Due to its widespread use, Procaine is often referred to generically as novocaine in many regions.
What is the mechanism of action of Procaine?
Procaine acts primarily as a sodium channel blocker, which prevents the transmission of nerve impulses to block the sensation of pain in the targeted area.
What are the chemical identifiers for Procaine?
Procaine has a CAS number of 59-46-1, an EINECS number of 200-426-9, and its molecular formula is C₁₃H₂₀N₂O₂ with a molecular weight of 236.31.
Does Procaine have other therapeutic uses?
Yes, in addition to local anesthesia, Procaine is utilized in certain countries for its sympatholytic, anti-inflammatory, perfusion-enhancing, and mood-enhancing properties.