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benzocaine

/ˈbɛn.zə.keɪn/

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noun

/ˈbɛn.zə.keɪn/C1formalmedical
  • ruБелое кристаллическое сложноэфирное соединение, используемое в качестве местного анестетика для облегчения боли или дискомфорта, обычно наносится местно.

A white crystalline ester compound used as a local anesthetic to relieve pain or discomfort, typically applied topically.

uncountable

  1. C1formalmedical

    A white crystalline ester compound used as a local anesthetic to relieve pain or discomfort, often applied topically.

    ruМестный анестетик

    • The dentist applied benzocaine gel to numb my gums before the injection.
    • Many over-the-counter throat lozenges contain benzocaine for temporary pain relief.
    • Benzocaine is a common ingredient in topical creams for sunburn or minor skin irritations.
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