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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.
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)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Procaine and what is its primary use?
Procaine is a local anesthetic drug belonging to the amino ester group. It is most commonly used in dental procedures to numb the area around a tooth and to reduce the pain associated with intramuscular injections of penicillin.
What is the CAS number and molecular formula of Procaine?
The CAS number of Procaine is 59-46-1, and its molecular formula is C13H20N2O2, with a molecular weight of 236.31.
Is Procaine the same as Novocaine?
Yes, Novocain (or Novocaine) is the major trade name for procaine. Due to its widespread use, procaine is often referred to generically as novocaine in many regions.
How does Procaine function physiologically?
Procaine acts primarily as a sodium channel blocker to prevent the generation and conduction of nerve impulses, thereby producing its local anesthetic effect.
Are there other therapeutic applications for Procaine?
Yes, in some countries, it is used therapeutically for its sympatholytic, anti-inflammatory, perfusion-enhancing, and mood-enhancing effects.
What are the melting and boiling points of Procaine?
Procaine has a melting point of 61 °C and a boiling point estimated at approximately 378.78°C.