Butacaine Sulfate | TESTED ⟶ |
Typically found as a white or off-white crystalline solid. Molecular Formula: (often cited with a molecular weight of approximately in its sulfate salt form).
Local surface anesthetic used primarily on mucous membranes. butacaine sulfate
The drug was removed from the U.S. market in 1990 but remains available as a Research-Only Compound for laboratory studies. Pharmacological Mechanism Typically found as a white or off-white crystalline solid
It is soluble in water and alcohol; however, it can be difficult to disperse in certain oily coating materials. Historical Consumer Application Butacaine sulfate | CAS#149-15-5 | white crystalline ester The drug was removed from the U
Like other local anesthetics, it works by inhibiting voltage-gated sodium ion channels in nerve cells. This prevents the propagation of electrical impulses, effectively blocking the transmission of pain signals.
(also known as Butyn ) is a para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) ester local anesthetic. Historically used as a fast-acting alternative to cocaine, it has largely been superseded by modern amides like lidocaine in clinical practice. Core Identity & Medical Use
It was widely utilized in dentistry for dental pain and ophthalmology for eye examinations and minor surgical procedures.