hexylcaine

Hexylcaine is a short-acting local anesthetic of the benzoate ester class, primarily used for surface anesthesia of mucous membranes. Its mechanism of action involves inhibition of sodium influx through voltage-gated sodium channels in neuronal cell membranes, thereby blocking nerve conduction and preventing the generation and propagation of action potentials. This results in localized numbness and pain relief. Hexylcaine has been used in dental procedures and minor surgical interventions but has been discontinued in the US market. Overdose can cause symptoms such as headache, tinnitus, perioral numbness, convulsions, respiratory depression, and cardiac dysfunction[1][2][3][4][5][6].

Brand names

CyclaineOsmocaine

Other names

hexilcainahexylcaine hydrochloride