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Definition of Topical anaesthetic
1. Noun. Anesthetic that numbs a particular area of the body.
Exact synonyms: Local, Local Anaesthetic, Local Anesthetic, Topical Anesthetic
Generic synonyms: Anaesthetic, Anaesthetic Agent, Anesthetic, Anesthetic Agent
Specialized synonyms: Anesthyl, Antipruritic, Benzocaine, Ethyl Aminobenzoate, Butacaine, Butacaine Sulfate, Ethyl Chloride, Lidocaine, Xylocaine, Ethocaine, Procaine, Tetracaine
Generic synonyms: Anaesthetic, Anaesthetic Agent, Anesthetic, Anesthetic Agent
Specialized synonyms: Anesthyl, Antipruritic, Benzocaine, Ethyl Aminobenzoate, Butacaine, Butacaine Sulfate, Ethyl Chloride, Lidocaine, Xylocaine, Ethocaine, Procaine, Tetracaine
Medical Definition of Topical anaesthetic
1. An anaesthetic that is applied or sprayed on the surface of the skin (or mucous membranes) for providing pain relief. Commonly used are benzocaine, butacaine, cyclomethycaine, lidocaine, tetracaine and dibucaine. (27 Sep 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Topical Anaesthetic
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