Lidocaine
Synonym(s): Lignocaine
Introduction
Name
- Lidocaine.
Class of drug
- Amide-linked local anesthetic.
- Class 1B antidysrhythmic.
Description
Chemical name
- 2-(diethylamino)-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)acetamide.
Molecular formula
- C14H22N2O.
Molecular weight
- 234.34.
Uses
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Administration
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Pharmacokinetics
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Precautions
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Withdrawal Periods
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Adverse Reactions
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
Other sources of information
- Ramsey I (2014) BSAVA Small Animal Formulary. 8th edn. BSAVA. ISBN: 9781905319657.
- Veterinary Medicines Directorate (2013) Veterinary Medicines Guidance Notes. Website:www.gov.uk/government/collections/veterinary-medicines-guidance-notes-vmgns.
- Flecknell P A (1996) Laboratory Animal Anaesthesia. 2nd edn. Academic Press.
Organisation(s)
- National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines. Website: www.noahcompendium.co.uk/Compendium/Overview/-21789.html .