Anaes SAQs · Local anaesthetic pharmacology
Amides and esters — the classification of local anaesthetics
The classification SAQ — the amide vs ester bond, hepatic vs plasma-cholinesterase metabolism, the PABA allergy of the esters, and the mnemonic (two i's for amides). A classic pharmacology list question.
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Classify the local anaesthetic agents into amides and esters. For each class, describe the metabolism, the stability, the allergy profile, and name the common agents.
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Classify the local anaesthetic agents into amides and esters. For each class, describe the metabolism, the stability, the allergy profile, and name the common agents.
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