Topical Ocular Anesthetics Flashcards
1
Q
Topical Anesthetics
A
Proparacaine
Benoxinate
Fluress
2
Q
Anesthetics: MOA
A
Stop influx of Na+ ions to block nerve conduction
3 parts: aromatic residue, intermediate chain, amino group
3
Q
Anesthetics: AMIDES
A
Longer DOA, less toxic
Ex. Lidocaines
4
Q
Anesthetics: ESTERS
A
Shorter DOA, *all topical anesthetics
5
Q
Anesthetics: SEs
A
Corneal melt after extended use