0.25% Marcaine without epinephrine

What does "0.25% Marcaine without epinephrine" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"0.25% Marcaine without epinephrine" refers to a specific type of medication used to numb parts of the body. Marcaine is a local anesthetic, meaning it's used to prevent pain in a specific area without causing loss of consciousness. The "0.25%" indicates the concentration of the drug. The phrase "without epinephrine" means that this particular formulation of the drug does not include epinephrine, a substance often added to local anesthetics to prolong their effect.

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