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== Tricaine Mesylate == | |||
[[File:Tricaine.png|thumb|Tricaine mesylate powder]] | |||
Tricaine mesylate | |||
'''Tricaine mesylate''', also known as '''MS-222''', is a commonly used [[anesthetic]] for [[fish]] and [[amphibians]]. It is a white, crystalline powder that is soluble in water and is used to sedate or euthanize aquatic animals. | |||
Tricaine mesylate | |||
== | == Chemical Properties == | ||
Tricaine mesylate is the methanesulfonate salt of [[tricaine]], a compound with the chemical formula C<sub>9</sub>H<sub>11</sub>NO<sub>2</sub>·CH<sub>4</sub>O<sub>3</sub>S. It is a derivative of [[benzocaine]], a local anesthetic, and works by blocking [[sodium channels]] in the [[neurons]] of the animal, preventing the transmission of [[nerve impulses]]. | |||
== | == Uses == | ||
Tricaine mesylate is primarily used in [[veterinary medicine]] and [[research]] to anesthetize fish and amphibians. It is often used during [[surgery]], [[transport]], and [[handling]] of these animals to reduce stress and pain. The compound is also used for [[euthanasia]] in some cases. | |||
== | == Administration == | ||
* [[ | Tricaine mesylate is typically administered by dissolving it in water to create an anesthetic bath. The concentration of the solution and the duration of exposure depend on the species and size of the animal, as well as the desired depth of anesthesia. It is important to monitor the animal closely during anesthesia to ensure its safety. | ||
== Safety and Regulations == | |||
Tricaine mesylate is regulated by various governmental agencies, including the [[United States Food and Drug Administration]] (FDA) and the [[European Medicines Agency]] (EMA). It is important to follow proper guidelines and regulations when using tricaine mesylate to ensure the welfare of the animals and compliance with legal standards. | |||
== Related Pages == | |||
* [[Anesthesia]] | |||
* [[Benzocaine]] | |||
* [[Veterinary medicine]] | * [[Veterinary medicine]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Euthanasia]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Anesthetics]] | ||
[[Category:Veterinary | [[Category:Veterinary medicine]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Fishkeeping]] | ||
Revision as of 11:59, 9 February 2025
Tricaine Mesylate
Tricaine mesylate, also known as MS-222, is a commonly used anesthetic for fish and amphibians. It is a white, crystalline powder that is soluble in water and is used to sedate or euthanize aquatic animals.
Chemical Properties
Tricaine mesylate is the methanesulfonate salt of tricaine, a compound with the chemical formula C9H11NO2·CH4O3S. It is a derivative of benzocaine, a local anesthetic, and works by blocking sodium channels in the neurons of the animal, preventing the transmission of nerve impulses.
Uses
Tricaine mesylate is primarily used in veterinary medicine and research to anesthetize fish and amphibians. It is often used during surgery, transport, and handling of these animals to reduce stress and pain. The compound is also used for euthanasia in some cases.
Administration
Tricaine mesylate is typically administered by dissolving it in water to create an anesthetic bath. The concentration of the solution and the duration of exposure depend on the species and size of the animal, as well as the desired depth of anesthesia. It is important to monitor the animal closely during anesthesia to ensure its safety.
Safety and Regulations
Tricaine mesylate is regulated by various governmental agencies, including the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA). It is important to follow proper guidelines and regulations when using tricaine mesylate to ensure the welfare of the animals and compliance with legal standards.
