12 cc of 0.5% Marcaine plain

What does "12 cc of 0.5% Marcaine plain" 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

"12 cc of 0.5% Marcaine plain" refers to a specific amount and concentration of a medication called Marcaine. The "cc" stands for cubic centimeters, which is a unit of volume often used in medicine to measure liquids. The "0.5%" indicates that in every 100 units of the liquid, 0.5 units are the active drug, Marcaine. "Plain" means that the Marcaine is not mixed with any other medications. Marcaine is a local anesthetic, which means it's used to numb specific areas of the body.

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