Pramocaine
Pramocaine
Pramocaine (pronounced pram-OH-cane) is a type of local anesthetic used to numb the skin or surfaces of the body. It is often used in over-the-counter products for minor pain relief.
Etymology
The term "Pramocaine" is derived from the chemical name propyl aminobenzoate. The "pr" comes from propyl, "amo" from aminobenzoate, and "caine" is a common suffix for anesthetics, indicating its function.
Usage
Pramocaine is used topically to relieve itching, burning and pain from skin inflammations, injected as a dental anesthetic, or used as a local anesthetic for minor surgery. It is a common ingredient in over-the-counter products such as sunburn creams and hemorrhoid treatments.
Related Terms
- Local anesthetic: A type of medication used to prevent pain in a specific area of the body.
- Over-the-counter: Refers to medicines that can be bought without a prescription.
- Sunburn: A type of skin damage from the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays.
- Hemorrhoid: Swollen veins in the lowest part of the rectum and anus.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pramocaine
- Wikipedia's article - Pramocaine
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