Benzocaine is an ester local anesthetic that acts by preventing transmission of impulses along nerve fibers and at nerve endings. It is commonly used for local anesthesia in many over the counter products. Benzocaine was first used for local anesthesia in dentistry.
| Cas No : | 94-09-7 |
|---|---|
| Name : | Benzocaine |
| Synonyms : | Ethyl 4-aminobenzoate |
| Molecular Formula : | C9H11NO2 |
| Melting Point : | 88–90 °C |
| Boiling Point : | 310.7 °C |
| Molecular Weight : | 165.19 g/mol |
| Density : | 1.17 g/cm3 |
| Solubility : | Benzocaine occurs in two forms: a crystalline salt (benzocaine HCl) that is soluble in water at 0.4 g/L, and a nonwater-soluble basic form that must be dissolved in ethyl alcohol at a concentration of 0.2 g/ml before it is sufficiently soluble in water to create a functional induction dose. |
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