1% lidocaine with epinephrine 1:1000

What does "1% lidocaine with epinephrine 1:1000" 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

"1% lidocaine with epinephrine 1:1000" refers to a medical solution used for numbing. The solution contains 1% of lidocaine, a drug that helps to reduce pain or discomfort. It also contains epinephrine in a ratio of 1:1000. Epinephrine is a drug that helps to slow down the body's absorption of lidocaine, making the numbing effect last longer.

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