What drug is used in a nerve block? Understanding the anesthetics
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Nerve blocks are a form of regional anesthesia used to numb a specific area of the body, with local anesthetics being the key agent for blocking pain signals. A common question is, "What drug is used in a nerve block?" The answer depends on the desired duration of effect and other clinical factors, but options typically include fast-acting lidocaine or longer-acting bupivacaine and ropivacaine.
