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Lidocaine (Xylocaine)

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Classification:
Local anesthetic (amide)
Therapeutic Effects:
Local anesthetic, Neutrophil inhibitor
Primary Considerations:

Used IV to reduce the pain associated with injections such as propofol or etomidate Lidocaine is a CNS depressant, which decreases sympathetic, hemodynamic, and intraocular pressure responses to...

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