Chemical Properties
white powder
Uses
Dibucaine HCl is an amide-like quinoline derivative and is one of the most potent
and longest acting of the commonly used local anesthetics.
Uses
Cinchocaine is used as an anaesthetic agent for spinal anaesthesia; a component in rectal medications used in inflammation of the
anus and for the symptomatic treatment of hemorrhoids and fissures in the anus; local anesthetic agent.
Definition
ChEBI: The monohydrochloride salt of cinchocaine. It is used in creams, ointments and suppositories for temporary relief of pain and itching associated with skin and anorectal conditions.
brand name
Nupercaine (Novartis).
Contact allergens
Dibucaine hydrochloride is an amide group local anesthetic
that can induce allergic contact dermatitis.
Safety Profile
Poison by ingestion,subcutaneous, intravenous, intraspinal, parenteral, andintraperitoneal routes. Mutation data reported. A severeeye irritant. A local anesthetic. When heated todecomposition it emits very toxic fumes of HCl and NOx
