cocaine as an anasthetic

[aashkab]

Hi,

quick question regarding anesthetics -

FA says has esters (-caines) and amides (2 "I's" plus caine) as "blocking Na+ channels) as its mechanism for anesthetic. So, cocaine's mechanism for anesthesia is different than its stimulant effect (this would make sense but need verification)?

Similarly, FA seems to barely touch anesthesia and so do the Qbanks, I'm assuming its pretty low yield?

Thanks.

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[psychforme]

So, cocaine's mechanism for anesthesia is different than its stimulant effect (this would make sense but need verification)?

Yes.

 

[chicksdigdocs]

Similarly, FA seems to barely touch anesthesia and so do the Qbanks, I'm assuming its pretty low yield?

very low yield.

 

[Dirt]

very low yield.

Just know MAC and blood:gas partition coefficient and how to interpret them.