Cocaine
Methylbenzoylepgonine
Novocaine
2-(Diethylamino)ethyl 4-aminobenzoate hydrochloride
Epinephrine (adrenalin)
(R)-4-[1-hydroxy-2-(methylamino)ethyl]-1,2-Benzenediol
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ovocaine is a synthetically created derivative of cocaine and is used as an anesthetic in minor surgeries. It is quick acting, requiring only 3-5 minutes following injection for complete analgesia to set in. When used alone, it wears off quickly, in 12-15 minutes, but more commonly is mixed with epinephirne, it last for 30-45 minutes.
It was a primary anesthetic for dental surgery, but is now seldom used since more powerful anesthetics have been discovered.
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Cocaine Methylbenzoylepgonine |
Novocaine 2-(Diethylamino)ethyl 4-aminobenzoate hydrochloride |
Epinephrine (adrenalin) (R)-4-[1-hydroxy-2-(methylamino)ethyl]-1,2-Benzenediol |
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Other Molecules of the Month - images and models by Karl Harrison